ECC Focused Registered Veterinary Nurse

ECC Focused Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: Dick White Veterinary Specialists, Newmarket, Cambridge
Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) team at Dick White Veterinary Specialists (DWR). This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys working in a fast-paced, referral environment and is committed to delivering the highest standards of nursing care to critically ill patients.

About Dick White Veterinary Specialists

Dick White Veterinary Specialists is one of the largest multi-disciplinary veterinary referral centres in Europe, providing outstanding clinical care within state-of-the-art facilities.

Our dedicated teams of vets, nurses, nursing assistants, and client care professionals work collaboratively to deliver exceptional surgical and medical care. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised specialists, offering a broad range of expertise.

We accept referrals across multiple disciplines, including Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Oncology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Dentistry, Physiotherapy, and Soft Tissue Surgery.

DWR offers comprehensive clinical and non-clinical training programmes, with strong support for development and CPD.

The Role

As an ECC Focused RVN, you will be responsible for delivering a high standard of nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients. You will work within a well-equipped, purpose-built ICU and Emergency Room alongside ECC specialists and experienced nursing colleagues.

Your role will include nursing patients hospitalised in ICU, performing urgent triage, and assisting with initial stabilisation in the emergency receiving area. This position offers the opportunity to utilise a wide range of advanced nursing skills, with limited client-facing responsibilities.

The role suits a nurse who is motivated to develop their knowledge in a referral setting. Previous referral experience is preferred, and a strong culture of teaching, learning, and professional development is actively encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for hospitalised inpatients, including critical care and infectious patients

• Administer treatments and medications as prescribed by the MRCVS

• Perform triage and assist with emergency stabilisation

• Accurately calculate and administer medications, including CRIs

• Place and maintain intravenous, urinary, central venous, PICC lines, feeding tubes, and chest drains

• Monitor patients under sedation and anaesthesia, including recovery

• Provide pre- and post-operative nursing care

• Maintain accurate clinical and hospitalisation records, including invoicing

• Participate in ICU rounds, team meetings, and clinical briefings

• Assist with stock management and equipment maintenance

• Use and maintain diagnostic and sterilisation equipment in line with SOPs

• Support and mentor PCAs, SVNs, and colleagues as required

• Maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control

• Comply with Health & Safety requirements and DWR policies

• Undertake CPD and required in-house training

• Support other departments as required based on patient and business needs

Working Pattern

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week on a rota basis:

• 5 × 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, between 6:30am and 6:30pm

• 1:4 weekend rota working in ICU/ER, with TOIL provided

• Participation in the Bank Holiday rota is required

Essential Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

• Previous Emergency or ER veterinary nursing experience

• IT literate

• Highly organised with strong time management and multitasking skills

• Confident and effective communicator

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

• Referral nursing experience

• ECC nursing experience

• Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Dip AVN ECC)

• Veterinary Technician Specialist qualification

Personal Attributes

• Excellent all-round nursing skills

• Passion for delivering outstanding patient care

• A collaborative team player

• Proactive, enthusiastic, and positive approach

• Confidence to use initiative and challenge existing practices

• Strong desire to progress and further develop skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Generous benefits package

• Comprehensive training and CPD support

• Career development opportunities within DWR and the wider Linnaeus Group

• Access to Mental Health First Aiders and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

• A supportive working environment within a leading referral hospital

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of all our Associates, enabling them to perform at their best.

How to Apply

To apply, please click Apply Now.

For an informal discussion or further information, please contact:

Purvi Kataria
Email: Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

All applications with relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you require support during the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.

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