We are looking for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team here at Beech House, Bitterne.

We are a friendly, well established first opinion practice with a highly experienced team of both vets, nurses and receptionists. We are located only a short distance from the lovely New Forest and from the relaxing coast lines there is plenty to do when not at work. Equipment includes digital x-ray, a modern ultrasound machine, tonopen and full in-house laboratory equipment. We are a dedicated and supportive team made up of 6 vets, 5 nurses, 2 SVN, 5 receptionists and 2 Practice Managers.

The position is 5 days a week and we will consider full and part time applicants, with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. No OOH and no on call. This is a busy and varied role so you will be confident in your nursing and leadership skills. We are looking for someone who can lead under pressure to help run the day ensuring a high standard of patient and client care is upheld. You will use your nursing skills to their full potential including theatre work and nurse consults. You will have an interest and want to learn about the business as well as how to motivate a team to achieve their personal goals. Ideally you will have experience and enjoy coaching or mentoring students. Most importantly you must LOVE what you do

  

Previous senior position preferred but several years RVN experience will be considered. You must be able to lead the team by example, delegate where appropriate and be able to keep a calm head while under pressure and in stressful situations. The successful candidate will have a friendly caring nature along with good communication skills.

 

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 -