Website Vet & Nurse Recruitment
Job ID: 4793
Practice description
We’re working with a modern, purpose built small animal practice looking to recruit an experienced Deputy Head Nurse to join their friendly and supportive team.
This well-equipped practice offers excellent facilities and the latest technology, enabling the team to provide outstanding patient care. The team has a wide range of clinical interests, with many colleagues working towards additional qualifications and certificates, creating a fantastic environment for learning and career progression.
If you’re looking to take the next step in your nursing career within a practice that genuinely invests in its people, this could be the perfect opportunity.
The role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to step into a Deputy Head Nurse position, supporting the Head Nurse in leading the nursing team and maintaining the highest clinical standards.
You’ll play an important role in driving clinical efficiency, governance and continuous improvement while remaining hands-on in all aspects of nursing. This role offers an excellent balance of leadership responsibilities and clinical work, making it ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring others while still being actively involved in patient care.
Hours
- Full-time position.
- Four-day working week.
- Nine-hour shifts.
- A varied rota including consulting, inpatient and theatre nursing.
- 1 in 4 weekend rota.
- Duty nights on a rotating basis.
- Flexible working options available for the right candidate.
Day to day duties
- Support the Head Nurse with the leadership of the nursing team.
- Deliver exceptional patient care across consultations, theatre and inpatient wards.
- Help maintain high clinical standards and best practice throughout the practice.
- Support clinical governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Mentor and support members of the nursing team.
- Build strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and customer care.
- Work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for a confident Registered Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Be a supportive and approachable team player.
- Enjoy a varied caseload.
- Have an interest in leadership or previous experience supporting a nursing team.
- Be committed to maintaining high clinical standards.
- Be enthusiastic about ongoing professional development and CPD.
- Have a positive, proactive attitude and enjoy helping others develop.
Key benefits
- Profit share bonus scheme.
- Long service recognition.
- Income protection.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- Compassionate leave.
- Staff discounts.
- Retail discounts and reward platform.
- Generous CPD allowance.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Excellent career development opportunities.
- Modern facilities and equipment.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Genuine work/life balance with a four day week and flexible working options.
For further information, please reach out to Laura: laura@vnrecruitment.co.uk or /WhatsApp/text: 07506 049 308
Alternatively, please see our other vacancies at www.vnrecruitment.co.uk
To apply for this job email your details to laura@vnrecruitment.co.uk.