RVN Clinical Team Leader - Wards & HDU

Hamilton Specialist Referrals was born of the belief that there is room for a new wave of veterinary excellence across the UK. There is a strong focus on providing a personal and reassuring client experience from first contact through to discharge. Excellent clinical care delivered in a friendly and supportive manner to referring vets, is paramount to the team. The hospital is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is able to offer the most advanced treatment options available for orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, and internal medicine cases.

Curating and developing a friendly, close-knit team is a central part of our working environment. Further qualifications and certificates are encouraged and fully supported as we feel strongly about our employees' right to enjoy work and develop rewarding careers. We have a dedicated team of Specialists, RVNs, and a fantastic support teams.

* Full-time role

* 40 hours per week over 4 days within the hours of 07:30-20:30

* 1:6 weekend rota

*1-2 bank holidays per year with TOIL

*Part time hours may be considered

You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with advanced nursing skills in inpatient care and a passion for leading and developing a team. You’ll bring:

* Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

* Further qualification in ECC or similar would be desirable, such as a certificate, Advanced Diploma or VTS

* Significant experience in clinical practice with advanced nursing skills in inpatient care of complex cases

* Demonstrable leadership experience is desirable, including line management, coaching and development

* Experience working with complex hospitalised surgical and medical cases in a referral or advanced-care setting

* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

* A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance and continuous improvement

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

* A specialist nursing role within a referral environment delivering complex and rewarding caseloads

* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within referral nursing and leadership roles

* Ongoing learning and development to support advanced clinical and professional growth

* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning and continuous improvement

* 6.6 weeks' annual leave

* Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay

* Private Medical Insurance

* Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme

* £1000 Management and Clinical CPD allowance plus 24 hours paid leave

* RCVS and VDS fees covered

* Pension scheme

* Discounted veterinary care

* Voluntary benefits including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers