We are looking for a dynamic head nurse, who will be passionate about supporting and encouraging their team to deliver excellent veterinary nursing care and client support. You will be working closely and reporting into the neighbouring St Georges Vet Group team; duties to include being the main point of contact at the Carmel sites, organising the nursing rota, and the day to day running of the nursing team, as well as having an active part in nursing, along with admin duties compatible with the role. This role will be based between both of our sites in Fallings Park & Penn Fields. There may also be occasions in which you need to attend shifts and work meetings at St Georges Vets, at their Wolverhampton premises.
Work life balance that works for you
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that a good work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. Ideally, we are looking for someone full time to cover 40 hours per week between Monday – Friday, with 1:4 weekends.
About us
We are a two-site, RCVS accredited, training practice based in Wolverhampton. Both of our sites are well established, with a large client base and an excellent reputation. Our equipment includes in-house lab machines, ECG, digital x-ray, capnography, endoscopy and ultrasound. We have a very friendly and welcoming team at both sites, who strive for clinical excellence, resulting in high standards of both client and patient care. We are keen to support CPD and to help continually develop our team’s skills. We have a caring and considerate culture and believe civility at work really matters.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.