Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

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Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) 12 months fixed-term maternity cover contract

Salary: From £29,000 per annum

Location: Riversmeet Veterinary Practice – Tamworth, Staffordshire

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Come and join Riversmeet Veterinary Centre — a long-established, forward-thinking practice with a fantastic team culture and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why join us?

• Over 100 years of trusted care – a well-established small animal primary care practice with sites in Tamworth and Atherstone
• Prime location just 15 minutes from Birmingham, with countryside nearby and Birmingham Airport only 30 minutes away
• A warm, close-knit team with exceptional staff retention — many colleagues have over 20 years’ service
• A varied and engaging caseload including orthopaedics, laparoscopic and soft tissue surgery, ophthalmology, cardiology, dermatology, arthritis and cancer management

In-house ophthalmology referral services

Modern, well-equipped practices featuring digital X-ray, ultrasound at both sites, endoscopy, electrocautery, cryotherapy, ophthalmic loupes, dental and orthopaedic equipment, slit lamp, tonometers and more

Predominantly cats and dogs, with the occasional small furry — and even the odd chicken! No two days are ever the same

Opportunity to support the development of a growing mid-tier referral service

The Team

You’ll be joining a supportive and experienced clinical team of 9 Veterinary Surgeons, including a Certificate Holder in Ophthalmology, with additional vets currently working towards certificates in Surgery, ECC and Acupuncture.

Our nurses play a vital role in patient care and clinical support, working closely with the veterinary team to ensure excellent clinical standards and a positive client experience. We prioritise teamwork, open communication and professional development, ensuring you always feel supported in your role.

The Role

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be a key member of our nursing team, delivering high-quality patient care while supporting a wide range of clinical services.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Delivering excellent inpatient and surgical nursing care

Supporting the veterinary team during consultations, procedures and surgery

Monitoring anaesthesia and providing perioperative patient care

Maintaining accurate patient and clinical records in line with Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons guidelines

Providing clear and compassionate communication to clients

Contributing to a positive team environment and outstanding client experience

Participating in clinical standards, quality improvement initiatives and CPD opportunities

Who We’re Looking For

• A Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) registered with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (or eligible)
• A team-focused nurse with strong communication skills
• Someone who enjoys a varied role across consults, theatre and inpatient care
• Passionate about delivering high clinical standards and exceptional client care
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development
  
  

What We Offer

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• RCVS fees paid
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Enhanced equal family leave

Extensive internal and funded external CPD opportunities

About Us

Linnaeus is part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world.

Being privately owned allows us to focus on our long-term purpose: creating A Better World for Pets.

At Linnaeus, that starts with creating a better world for our people. With over 6,000 Associates, you’ll be part of a collaborative network with access to specialist expertise, career development opportunities and a comprehensive wellbeing programme designed to support both your physical and mental health.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to be their authentic self and perform at their best.

If you would like to apply for this position or discuss it in more detail, please contact rebecca.coleman@linnaeusgroup.co.uk or complete the application form below.