Job Description

Locum Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Wiltshire | £25 Per Hour | ASAP Start

A well-established small animal veterinary practice in Wiltshire is seeking an experienced Locum Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to provide cover across a series of shifts, with an immediate start available. The practice would ideally like one locum veterinary nurse to cover all dates, making this an excellent opportunity for a reliable and committed RVN seeking consistent locum work.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly supportive, experienced clinical team and work within a modern, well-equipped first-opinion veterinary hospital offering exposure to a broad range of nursing responsibilities.

Locum Veterinary Nurse Shift Dates

• Friday 12/06 – 11:30am–7:30pm
• Monday 15/06 – 8:00am–4:00pm
• Tuesday 16/06 – 8:00am–4:00pm
• Wednesday 17/06 – 9:00am–5:00pm
• Friday 19/06 – 8:00am–4:00pm

Additional shifts are also available:

• Monday 22/06 – Shift TBC
• Tuesday 23/06 – Shift TBC
• Wednesday 24/06 – Shift TBC

Pay Rate: £25 per hour

About the Practice

The successful Locum Veterinary Nurse / RVN will join a thriving and collaborative veterinary team consisting of:

• 9 Veterinary Surgeons (VS)
• 7 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs)
• Dedicated Client Care Team
• Experienced Nursing Assistants

This established veterinary practice prides itself on delivering a high standard of patient and client care, supported by excellent facilities and an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Facilities & Equipment

The practice is exceptionally well-equipped, providing locum nurses with access to advanced veterinary facilities including:

• In-house laboratory for rapid blood testing
• Ultrasound imaging
• Endoscopy equipment
• ECG (electrocardiography)
• Digital radiography (digital X-ray)
• Separate dog and cat hospital wards to reduce patient stress
• Dedicated isolation ward
• Surgical theatre for routine and advanced soft-tissue and orthopaedic procedures
• Fully equipped dental suite
• Integrated bathing and grooming facilities
• On-site 24-hour emergency and out-of-hours service operated directly by the practice

Veterinary Nursing Exposure

This role offers varied and rewarding clinical exposure for an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse, including:

• Theatre nursing, including orthopaedic procedures
• Diagnostic imaging support
• Laboratory nursing
• Dental nursing
• Inpatient and hospitalisation care
• Emergency and critical care nursing
• General first-opinion veterinary nursing duties

The practice also delivers a full range of routine veterinary services including puppy and kitten health checks, vaccinations, neutering, dental care, senior pet health support, parasite control and consultations.

The Ideal Candidate

The practice is seeking a confident and proactive Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with previous clinical nursing experience who is comfortable working in a busy small animal environment.

Candidates should be:

• Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• Comfortable supporting a busy first-opinion caseload
• Team-oriented and adaptable
• Available to start ASAP
• Ideally available to cover the full block of shifts

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for a Locum Veterinary Nurse in Wiltshire seeking a well-supported role within a progressive veterinary practice, offering strong rates of pay and exposure to a varied caseload.

Interested locum RVNs are encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to the urgent requirement.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/ 

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-58570