Job Title
Night Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Location
Paragon Veterinary Referrals, Paragon Park, Wakefield
Hours
Full time - averaging 37 hours per week
Working pattern
- Sunday and Monday: 19:45-08:00
- Tuesday: 19:30-08:00
- 1 in 4 Saturdays: 19:30-08:30
- Plus 1 in 7 Saturdays on call
Salary
From £29,000 FTE per annum
Why join us
As part of our night nursing team, you'll play a vital role in caring for our hospitalised patients, particularly those requiring critical and intensive nursing.
Responsibilities
- Providing high-quality nursing care to critical and intensive care patients.
- Administering medications and carrying out a variety of treatments.
- Managing drains, feeding tubes and supporting patients with physiotherapy.
- Monitoring patient progress and responding to their changing clinical needs.
- Maintaining excellent infection prevention and control standards.
- Working collaboratively with our dedicated night team to ensure the very best outcomes for our patients.
About Us
Paragon Veterinary Referrals, based at Paragon Park in Wakefield, is a referral veterinary practice committed to delivering excellent clinical care and supporting patients through their treatment and recovery.
Our night team plays an essential role in ensuring continuity of care for our hospitalised patients, providing dedicated nursing support throughout the night.
The team
You'll be joining a dedicated team of veterinary professionals who are passionate about delivering the highest standards of patient care.
We value teamwork, compassion and a supportive working environment, recognising the important role our nurses play in the patient journey. Whether you're already experienced in referral nursing or looking to take the next step in your career, you'll be welcomed into a team where your contribution matters.
What We're Looking For
- A qualified RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
- A dedicated and compassionate nurse with a genuine passion for patient care.
- Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and supporting colleagues.
- A nurse who is confident in delivering high standards of nursing care, or keen to develop your clinical skills further.
- Someone with an interest in critical and intensive care nursing.
- Previous referral experience is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
- 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
- RCVS & VDS fees paid
- External CPD funded
- Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
- Career progression opportunities
- Staff discount schemes
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Wellness program including:
- Employee assistance program
- Eyecare voucher scheme
- Free annual Flu jab
- Cycle to work scheme
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