Night veterinary nurse: 3 on 7 off 4 on 7 off - London

Overview

This small animal hospital in Wimbledon is seeking a dedicated nocturnal Registered Veterinary Nurse to join its established night team on a permanent basis. This opportunity is well suited to a qualified RVN, or a student nearing qualification, who has experience in emergency and critical care and is confident managing overnight cases and inpatient wards. The role involves working closely with an on site veterinary surgeon to deliver a high standard of care to patients admitted overnight, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing throughout their stay.

Responsibilities

• Assess incoming cases, identify levels of urgency, and respond appropriately.
• Assist with procedures, inpatient care and occasional consultations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records and ensure all hospitalised animals receive excellent care.
• Handle client communications with professionalism and empathy, support admissions, update owners on their pets' progress and ensure all equipment is cleaned, sterilised and stored.
• Make full use of Schedule 3 nursing skills, depending on experience and direction from the veterinary team.

Working Pattern

The working pattern is designed to offer a strong work life balance, following a rotating schedule of three nights on followed by seven nights off, then four nights on followed by seven nights off. This averages just over 30 hours per week, with shifts running from 7 pm to 8 am. Throughout these shifts, support is available not only from the on site veterinary surgeon but also from the wider clinical management team during daytime hours if required.

Caseload & Facilities

The caseload combines routine work with emergency and critical care. In addition to serving its own first opinion clients, the hospital accepts referrals from surrounding practices, providing exposure to more complex cases. The team is further supported by visiting specialists in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, cardiology and physiotherapy. As a fully equipped 24 hour facility the hospital holds RCVS accreditation and has been recognised with an ISFM Silver Award for its cat friendly approach.

Location

The hospital is located in Wimbledon, within easy walking distance of Wimbledon station providing excellent transport links into central London. Parking requirements are minimal due to the nature of the shift pattern.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this position ranges from £30,330 to £35,634 for the stated rota, equating to approximately £40,000 to £47,000 on a full time equivalent basis, depending on experience and progression within the role. Ongoing professional development is actively encouraged, with support available for further training or certificates in emergency and critical care. Additional benefits include generous annual leave, a yearly CPD allowance with paid study leave, structured breaks and access to a private healthcare scheme at a reduced rate, along with other wellbeing incentives.

Contact

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