Registered Veterinary Nurse (Anaesthesia)

Registered Veterinary Nurse (Anaesthesia)

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Salary: £30k + Excellent Benefits

The Client:

Our client is a renowned specialist in oncology and soft tissue, specialising in advanced veterinary care with cutting-edge facilities. They provide comprehensive clinical expertise and compassionate care.

The Role:

As an Anaesthesia Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care for animals undergoing anaesthesia. You will work closely with a team of specialists, residents, interns, Senior RVNs, and Veterinary Care Assistants to ensure the utmost level of care.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality inpatient care, including emergency and critical care.
• Collaborate with Senior RVNs to ensure an effective and efficient approach to workload completion.
• Support all clinical staff in providing exceptional patient care.
• Communicate with clients to educate them about their pet's treatment and care.
• Report stock deficiencies to the relevant personnel and any faulty equipment as needed.
• Assist with patient pricing as requested by Senior RVNs or the finance team.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and follow protocols and policies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) to maintain patient, staff, and visitor safety.
• Assist with the implementation of Health and Safety/Infection control audits and provide rectification plans when necessary.
• Record all incidents and untoward occurrences according to hospital policy.
• Comply with nursing rotas and participate in on-call duties.
• Maintain RCVS registration and follow the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses.
• Actively engage in continuous professional development (CPD).

Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Registered Veterinary Nurse or in a similar role.
• Accredited Veterinary Nurse qualification with RCVS registration.
• Comprehensive understanding of veterinary nursing and adherence to RCVS VN Code of Conduct.
• Compassionate, determined, and proactive attitude.
• Availability for shift work, including weekends, bank holidays, night duties, and on-call duties on a rotational basis.
• Right to work in the UK.

Good to have:

• Advanced veterinary nurse qualifications/certificate/diploma
• Previous experience in ECC and/or referral setting
• Familiarity with oncological and soft tissue patients, advanced anaesthesia monitoring.

Benefits:

• 24 days of annual leave
• CPD allowance.
• RCVS subscription coverage
• Pension scheme
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Death in service scheme.
• Free parking
• Healthcare benefits

Apply now to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering the best animal care.

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