Head Registered Veterinary Nurse - Lincolnshire

Location Lincolnshire
Discipline: Veterinary Nurses
Job functions Permanent Veterinary Nurse
Salary: Up to £36,000
Contact email: sophia@vetmatch.co.uk
Job ref: 1305547
Published: 1 day ago
If you're an experienced RVN ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this lovely Lincolnshire practice could be a fantastic place to do it. You'll be joining a supportive, down-to-earth team of nurses and certificate-holding vets who create a positive, collaborative environment and your role as Head Nurse will be central to keeping that culture strong.
This is a practice where clinical standards matter, teamwork matters, and people matter. With a varied caseload and excellent equipment, including a new dental X-ray, ultrasound and endoscope, you'll have everything you need to deliver outstanding patient care while leading the nursing team with confidence and kindness.
As Head RVN, you'll be the anchor of the clinical floor, helping the day run smoothly by supporting your team and ensuring the highest standards of care and professionalism.
 
The Role:
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Maintaining RCVS practice and training practice standards
  • Planning rotas, approving leave, and ensuring safe staffing levels
  • Providing professional support and guidance to your nursing and VCA team
  • Overseeing clinical standards and the smooth running of daily operations
  • Ensuring equipment is maintained and issues are reported promptly
  • Supervising and coaching clinical support staff and student nurses
  • Overseeing patient care to ensure consistently high standards
  • Managing stock levels and delegating tasks appropriately
  • Supporting internal communication, FB case-sharing and team engagement
  • Completing nursing reviews and NPS reports
  • Regular communication with your line manager
  • Continuing clinical duties, because you're still very much part of the hands-on team
The Package:
  • Salary up to £36,000 DOE
  • Full-time (4-5 days/week)
  • 1 in 4 weekends (shared fairly)
  • Perkbox subscription
  • Dental & health cashback scheme
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • Support for leadership development
This role is perfect for a calm, organised Head RVN who wants to shape a team, elevate clinical standards, and feel proud of the environment they help create.