Registered Veterinary Nurse6091Registered Veterinary Nurse
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65 Leeds Rd, Harrogate , North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HG2 8BE
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Maternity Cover
The Harrogate Vet
Up to £32,000 per annum. depending on experience
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Registered Veterinary Nurse, Maternity cover. The Harrogate Veterinary Hospital and Leeds Road practice, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
The Harrogate Vets are seeking a new RVN to join them on a Maternity cover, fixed term contract at their brand new hospital and Leeds Road practice.
Rota: 40 hours a week. Across either 4 or 5 days a week. No Sundays and no OOH's.
At CVS, caring is what we do. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you'll be at the heart of promoting pet wellness monitoring patients' health, supporting their recovery, and offering reassurance to the people who love them. Because for us, caring isn't just a job-it's in our nature.
We put our people first because when you're supported, you can deliver the very best care. With industry-leading learning, hands-on training, and guidance, you'll have everything you need to grow your skills and confidence. Whether you're looking to progress in your current role or explore new career pathways, CVS is the place to nurture your future career.
Life at The Harrogate Vet
Located on either side of Harrogate, the practices are situated at either side of Harrogate with easy access from Leeds, York, and surrounding areas, with the stunning Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close by for those who enjoy the outdoors. Leeds Road provides a welcoming community-practice feel, while Rippon Way operates a 24/7 hospital and referral centre for advanced imaging and complex cases.
Our facilities include digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, multiparameters, endoscopy, CT scanning, in-house lab equipment, cat-only consulting room, and separate cat and dog wards, along with a well-established team with certificate holders in surgery, medicine, and imaging, giving you the tools you need to deliver outstanding care. With ISFM Gold Cat Friendly accreditation, Zero Pain Practice status, and a strong fear-free ethos, the practice is committed to providing personalised care, alongside a supportive environment that encourages professional growth.
No two days at The Harrogate Vet are ever the same, your responsibilities will include:
Provide high-quality patient care, running wards and monitoring recovery
Deliver nurse consults and clinics
Monitor anaesthetics for first and second ops
Support student nurses in their clinical journey
About you
We're looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our Harrogate team. You will:
Be passionate about delivering exceptional care to both our patients and their owners every day.
Support the outcome of patients care in all aspects of clinical work as part of the team.
Ensure Quality is maintained by keeping our practice in excellent condition- ensuring quality of care and the best possible outcomes for every patient
Learn, develop and grow with us , taking advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities offered by CVS and our practice.
Contribute to creating a positive environment , fostering a friendly, welcoming and supportive team culture.
Communicate with confidence, use your exceptional communication skills-both written and verbal-to build strong, lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and the pets they love.
The benefits
At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join us, you'll get:
RCVS fees paid in full.
Generous CPD allowance, Knowledge Hub access, BSAVA library, and funded advanced training opportunities.
Excellent Nursing Career Pathway.
Pension scheme.
Up to 33 days holiday (with the option to buy/sell).
Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and enhanced family leave policies.
Staff pet care discounts - 50% off services, MiPet food, and medications.
Join us at CVS
We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.
Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.
Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.
We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund. Harrogate, Knaresborough, Wetherby, Ripon, Otley, Pateley Bridge, Boroughbridge, Yeadon, Pannal, Starbeck, Hampsthwaite, Kirkby Overblow, Spofforth, Birstwith, Killinghall, Ripley, Nidd, Follifoot, Scotton, Burton Leonard, Bishop Monkton, Markington, Burn Bridge, Bewerley, Summerbridge, Darley, Glasshouses, North Rigton, Huby, Pool-in-Wharfedale, Weeton, Askwith, Sicklinghall, Goldsborough, Ferrensby, Staveley, Great Ouseburn, Little Ouseburn, Whixley, Cattal, Green Hammerton and Kirk Hammerton.
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