Twilight Veterinary Nurse
Twilight Veterinary Nurse
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Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Twilight Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our team in Kent. This exciting role offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to be part of a stateoftheart facility with cuttingedge technology and equipment. You will be working alongside a supportive and collaborative team providing exceptional care for a variety of cases including emergency and critical care during twilight hours.
Location: Kent
Salary: Up to 36000 per annum (Depending on Experience)
Job Type: Fulltime
Working Hours: Either 3 x 12hour shifts or 4 x 10hour shifts (between 12 pm and 2 am)
Weekend Commitment: 1:5 weekends (TOIL for weekends worked)
OnCall Rota: 1:10 oncall
Bank Holidays: 2 bank holidays worked per year
As a Twilight Veterinary Nurse you will play a crucial role in ensuring continuity of care for patients during the evening and nighttime hours working in an innovative and fastpaced environment. This position is perfect for an experienced nurse looking for a different shift pattern and a more focused specialized role in emergency and afterhours care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide highquality veterinary nursing care during twilight and latenight hours.
- Assist veterinarians with emergency and critical care cases including monitoring anaesthesia patient recovery and postoperative care.
- Ensure the comfort safety and wellbeing of inpatients monitoring them throughout the night and providing treatments as needed.
- Manage patient admissions and discharges during twilight hours ensuring clear communication with pet owners and the day team.
- Support the clinical team with diagnostics and treatment plans using topoftherange equipment.
- Maintain accurate patient records and handovers to ensure continuity of care.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the practice ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met during night operations.
- Participate in a 1:5 weekend rota with time off in lieu for weekend work.
- Share responsibility in the 1:10 oncall rota and work 2 bank holidays per year.
Key Requirements:
- Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification or equivalent.
- Previous experience in emergency critical care or twilight nursing is highly desirable.
- Ability to work effectively during twilight and nighttime hours providing exceptional care in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and coordinate with the daytime team.
- A collaborative team player with a compassionate approach to both patients and clients.
- Commitment to professional development with an interest in further CPD and career progression.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of up to 36000 per annum (Depending on Experience).
- 3 or 4day working week (12hour or 10hour shifts) for a great worklife balance.
- 1:5 weekend rota with TOIL (Time Off In Lieu) for weekend work.
- 1:10 oncall rota.
- Work in a stateoftheart facility with toptier veterinary equipment and technology.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment focused on high standards of patient care.
- Excellent development opportunities including CPD allowance Certificate support and clear paths for career progression.
- Company Pension scheme.
- Employee Discount on services and products.
- Wellness Programme to support mental and physical health.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work during twilight hours in a cuttingedge veterinary facility. If youre an experienced and passionate Veterinary Nurse looking for a rewarding challenge wed love to hear from you!
To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience and why youd be a great fit for this position.
Employment Type
Full Time
