Join our dynamic team at Moorview Referrals and seize the chance to excel as a Rotating Veterinary Nurse within our friendly, supportive team. We are looking for a driven, compassionate RVN to join us on a fixed-term contract basis for 9-12 months.
Find a world of opportunity at Moorview Referrals.
This is a diverse role where your responsibilities will encompass a range of nursing duties primarily across ECC, medicine and wards, plus some surgical work, enabling you to continue to develop your clinical skills in various disciplines. All special interests will be welcomed and supported. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Providing exceptional standards of care to hospitalised inpatients Triage of emergency cases Assisting with imaging, primarily CT and radiographs Involvement in a range of referral surgical and medical procedures Monitoring anaesthesia Recovery of patients
Moorview Referrals is a fast-paced referral hospital based in beautiful Northumberland, within easy reach of the stunning coastline and the lively city of Newcastle upon Tyne. The hospital has been purpose-built to industry-leading standards and features state-of-the-art facilities including four theatres (one with fluoroscopy), a CT scanner, multiple ultrasound machines, video flexible and rigid endoscopy/laparoscopy/thoracoscopy/arthroscopy, and an MRI scanner. We offer referral services in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, ECC, and cardiology, enabling you to utilise your nursing skills to your full potential working with an interesting, diverse caseload.
Joining a team you are proud to be a part of.
We are a friendly practice with a good work ethic and great teamwork - we adopt a collaborative approach to our work and take pride in providing outstanding levels of care to our patients and clients. We will support your interests through our generous CPD allowance, ensure you are refreshed with ample holidays, and look after you with our wellbeing programme.
Applicant Requirements
To succeed in this role, you must be a qualified RVN and should be confident working independently as this will be required in some aspects of the role. While referral experience is desirable, we provide comprehensive training to support your success, therefore we will welcome applications from RVNs of all experience levels and backgrounds. Any additional qualifications, such as certificates, are advantageous, and you should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in standard nursing protocols.
Working Pattern
This full-time, fixed-term contract position equates to 40hrs/week worked over a 4 or 5 day working week at your preference. This will include 1:5 weekends and occasional bank holidays. We care about our staff having a good work-life balance, so for weekend/BH work you will be given time off in lieu. There are no compulsory night shifts or on-call; however, our nurses may be asked to help with cover in the event of last minute sickness/absence.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary from £31,500pa, you will benefit from:
Work life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional annual leave for your birthday Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance and 3 days leave Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS cover RCVS fees BVNA fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Up to £31,500 DOE
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Find a world of opportunity at Moorview Referrals.
This is a diverse role where your responsibilities will encompass a range of nursing duties primarily across ECC, medicine and wards, plus some surgical work, enabling you to continue to develop your clinical skills in various disciplines. All special interests will be welcomed and supported. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Providing exceptional standards of care to hospitalised inpatients Triage of emergency cases Assisting with imaging, primarily CT and radiographs Involvement in a range of referral surgical and medical procedures Monitoring anaesthesia Recovery of patients
Moorview Referrals is a fast-paced referral hospital based in beautiful Northumberland, within easy reach of the stunning coastline and the lively city of Newcastle upon Tyne. The hospital has been purpose-built to industry-leading standards and features state-of-the-art facilities including four theatres (one with fluoroscopy), a CT scanner, multiple ultrasound machines, video flexible and rigid endoscopy/laparoscopy/thoracoscopy/arthroscopy, and an MRI scanner. We offer referral services in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, ECC, and cardiology, enabling you to utilise your nursing skills to your full potential working with an interesting, diverse caseload.
Joining a team you are proud to be a part of.
We are a friendly practice with a good work ethic and great teamwork - we adopt a collaborative approach to our work and take pride in providing outstanding levels of care to our patients and clients. We will support your interests through our generous CPD allowance, ensure you are refreshed with ample holidays, and look after you with our wellbeing programme.
Applicant Requirements
To succeed in this role, you must be a qualified RVN and should be confident working independently as this will be required in some aspects of the role. While referral experience is desirable, we provide comprehensive training to support your success, therefore we will welcome applications from RVNs of all experience levels and backgrounds. Any additional qualifications, such as certificates, are advantageous, and you should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in standard nursing protocols.
Working Pattern
This full-time, fixed-term contract position equates to 40hrs/week worked over a 4 or 5 day working week at your preference. This will include 1:5 weekends and occasional bank holidays. We care about our staff having a good work-life balance, so for weekend/BH work you will be given time off in lieu. There are no compulsory night shifts or on-call; however, our nurses may be asked to help with cover in the event of last minute sickness/absence.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary from £31,500pa, you will benefit from:
Work life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave plus additional annual leave for your birthday Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance and 3 days leave Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS cover RCVS fees BVNA fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Up to £31,500 DOE
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