Oakmount Veterinary Centre [1707]

Healthcare

Registered Veterinary Nurse

IvcevidensiaBurnley🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 16 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Oakmount Veterinary Centre [1707]

Work mode

On Site

Location

Burnley, United Kingdom

Posted

15 hours ago

Continuous ImprovementNursingPatient Care

Job Description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Oakmount Vets on a full-time basis.

Oakmount is a friendly, first opinion small animal practice that has been caring for the pets of Burnley and surrounding areas for over 25 years. Equipped with modern equipment we have 5 consulting rooms, 2 theatres (orthopaedics and soft tissue), digital x-ray with both vertical and horizontal beam, dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood machines, as well as all the usual equipment. We are ISFM feline friendly practice with aspirations to achieve the Gold status.

You’ll be part of a welcoming and collaborative team that values professional development, patient welfare, and high clinical standards. We are a Veterinary Nurse training practice, and you will work collaboratively with our team of 8 vets, 10 nurses and support staff.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.

Working Pattern

* Full-time, 40 hours per week

* Working shifts Monday to Friday

* 1 in 6 weekend rota with days off in lieu either side

* OOH shifts with inpatient care overnight, which is nurse-led on a sleep rota basis

General Responsibilities

* Provide nursing care across a range of medical and surgical cases

* You’ll get to run your own nurse clinics, with special interests warmly welcomed and encouraged

* Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to inpatients and surgical patients

* Contribute to patient care planning and the development of clinical standards

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:

* Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS

* Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing

* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues

* Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively

* A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement

How We’ll Support You

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

* A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment

*Graduate: Join a dedicated Nurse Graduate Programme designed to build your clinical confidence and support your first steps in practice

*Experienced: Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy

* Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways

* Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams

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

What We Offer Our Team

* 6.6 weeks' annual leave

* Additional annual leave for your birthday, which will be added to your holiday allowance

* Increasing annual leave accrued through length of service

* 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

* £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave

* RCVS and VDS fees covered

* Pension scheme

* Discounted veterinary care

* Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

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