We have a unique opportunity for a Head Nurse to join our dynamic team. You will be leading the nursing team at the practice and your day to day duties include running nurse consults, anaesthesia, supporting our practice director and general support and development of the practice.
You will see a varied SA caseload. We encourage growth and development both individually and collectively within our team. We would welcome CPD requests to fund certificates and other additional learning and skill development.
A rota that can work for you
The full time position is typically 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, shifts between 8:30am - 7:30pm with participation in a 1:3 Saturday morning rota. We are happy to discuss part time hours and flexible working requests.
Our RCVS accredited practice.
We are an RCVS accredited SA practice situated in Luton with transport links to London, Bedford and Luton Airport. We are fully equipped with a laboratory suite, sterile theatre, radiography, dental x-ray, along with a bright and airy reception area and 3 consulting rooms.
Our dedicated team
We are a small but very experienced team consisting of our Practice Director, Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon, and nursing and reception teams. Our team are dedicated to delivering the best possible veterinary care and service to patients and clients.
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 leaveAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD lave 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