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Night Nurse
Southfields Veterinary Specialists are currently recruiting for talented Night Nurses to support the existing teams in providing exceptional care to our patients.
You will work as part of a large night team that includes specialists, residents, interns, nurses, trainee nurses and assistants.
You will provide inpatient and emergency care to patients from all disciplines (including neurology, surgery, oncology and internal medicine), assist with incoming emergencies and be responsible for case handovers each day. This is a varied role that will require you to be able to work under pressure, co-ordinate cases and be willing to learn and develop your skills.
Our core values ensure that we offer the same exceptional care to our patients during the day and night and we are looking to meet candidates that are passionate about the patients they look after.
Our night team is rapidly growing and you will have the opportunity to work directly with the Senior Night Nurse and Head of Nursing Services to develop and implement new protocols.
This is a rewarding and challenging role that will require team and individual work throughout the night.
This is a working shift with suitable rest breaks and facilities provided.
This is an exciting time to join Southfields as we expand our offering and invest in new services. Joining us will allow you to work within an exceptional team and develop your career whilst being exposed to cases from all disciplines. Referral experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.
What kind of person do you need to be?
You need to be a highly motivated self-starter with the:
- Desire to provide the best clinical service to all our patients
- Ability to help develop and shape a growing service
- Ability to work as part of a team and individually
- Inclination to learn, and develop your clinical skills
Specific experience/qualification/status/citizenship requirements
You must fulfil the following requirements:
- Are a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
- Have an excellent command of written and spoken English
- Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work
- Provide evidence of your Right to Work in the UK
Why Southfields?
Southfields is the new name in referral services. It’s a very exciting time to join a forward-thinking and highly motivated team that has the support of the Linnaeus Group, providing significant investment in new innovative services, a contemporary state-of-the art working environment and commitment to personal and career development. With an excellent support team in place, you’ll be able to concentrate on what you do best in a friendly and supportive practice.
What’s on offer?
- A 7 on: 7 off rota, equating to an average 38.5 hour working week
- A competitive salary
- A generous benefits package including a holiday reward system, CPD allowance and pension scheme
- A good work-life balance
- Opportunities for progression
- Excellent location – only 30 minutes by train from central London, within easy reach of the beautiful Essex countryside and we are extremely well located for international travel links by air and train.
To find out more
For further enquiries, please email careers@southfields.co.uk
How to apply
To apply, please complete the application form below, and attach a CV and covering letter of intent.
Application Form
Please complete the following details and upload a covering letter of intent, and a curriculum vitae.
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