Job Title: OOH Ward Registered Veterinary Nurse
Reporting to: Nurse team leader
Location: Paragon Veterinary Referrals, Wakefield
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £29,300 per annum -plus £2500 OOH supplement
An OOH ward RVN position has opened at Paragon Veterinary Referrals, Paragon Park, Wakefield. This is a full-time position working 3.30pm - 12am Monday - Friday . 1 in 7 on call Saturday night shifts
About us
Paragon Veterinary Referrals offers an extensive range of multi-disciplinary clinical services, facilities, and equipment to first opinion vets in Yorkshire and beyond. It is home to a team of dedicated veterinary surgeons and highly skilled veterinary nurses who provide outstanding treatment and care for patients and high standards of service to owners and referring vets. We treat clients and patients with compassion, respect, and care.
Our medical facilities are among the best in the UK. They are designed for maximum patient comfort and infection control with state-of-the-art equipment, and 24/7, 365 days a year continuous patient care.
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and organised RVN to work within the inpatient care setting, including medical and surgical wards and cattery. The ideal candidate will be passionate, positive, and able to work under pressure. The RVN should be proactive, able to manage time effectively and work within a team.
This opportunity would suit an RVN who enjoys all aspects of ward nursing, including triaging patients, managing emergencies, and providing intensive care to canine and feline patients. The candidate would enjoy working in a busy environment, within a small team.
Key duties will include:
· Creating and delivering nursing care plans to numerous inpatients
· Nursing intensive and critical patients
· Performing handover to the team between shifts
· Working as part of a team
· Teaching and sharing knowledge
· Infection Control
Previous experience of nursing within an intensive care unit setting is desirable, but not essential.
Benefits
5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday
Enhanced equal family leave
Enhanced sickness policy
RCVS & VDS fees paid
CPD opportunities and allocated CPD days
Access to an extensive range of clinical and non-clinical learning and development programmes
Progression & development opportunities
Staff discount schemes
Discounts with PetPlan
Wellness program, including;
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Gym membership discount
Cycle2Work scheme
Eye care vouchers
Flu vaccine voucher
Recruitment reward scheme
At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone. For more information, click here https://www.linnaeusgroup.co.uk/about-us/health-and-wellbeing
How to Apply
To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Rebecca Coleman at rebecca.coleman@linnaeusgroup.co.uk for more information or a confidential discussion.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Paragon Veterinary Referrals is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.
At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.
We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.
All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Paragon Veterinary Referrals, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at rebecca.coleman@linnaeusgroup.co.uk
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Salary Value: From: £31,800 per annum;
Salary Description: Salary from and depending on experience;