Veterinary Nurse – Richmond upon Thames, Greater London

Salary £30,000–£36,000 DOE
24-hour emergency and referral hospital environment
Fast-paced role with advanced ECC exposure
Strong clinical development, CPD and mentorship
Excellent benefits package and long-term career progression

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a busy 24-hour emergency and referral hospital based in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London.

The role offers exposure to a wide and varied caseload, from routine nursing care through to complex emergency and critical cases. This position would suit a confident and motivated RVN who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and wants to continue developing their clinical skills within a highly supportive team.

The Role

You will provide high-quality nursing care across all areas of the hospital, working closely with experienced vets and fellow nurses to deliver excellent patient and client care.

Duties will include nurse-led consultations, Schedule 3 procedures, supporting diagnostics, surgeries and emergency cases, patient monitoring, and managing admissions and discharges. The role offers genuine clinical variety and the opportunity to build experience across all aspects of veterinary nursing.

This is a full-time, permanent position within a 24-hour setting.

What We’re Looking For

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse

• Confident and adaptable within a hospital or emergency environment

• Strong interest in emergency and critical care

• Excellent patient and client-care skills

• Team-focused approach with a positive, professional attitude

• Desire to develop clinically and progress long term

Location

Based in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London, the hospital benefits from excellent transport links and a highly desirable setting. The area offers access to green open spaces alongside the advantages of city living, making it an attractive location both professionally and personally.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £30,000–£36,000 DOE

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service

• Additional paid "Day for You” each year

• £750 CPD allowance plus 2 paid CPD days

• Funded certificates and structured internal career pathways

• RCVS and VDS fees paid

• Health Cash Plan from day one

• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support

• Life assurance (3× salary)

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Season ticket loans

• Staff discounts on products and services

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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