Registered Veterinary Nurse – Lynwood Vets, Bournemouth, Dorset
Looking for a fulfilling position that suits your skills and work-life balance?
Looking for a role that offers the flexibility and support you need to pursue your personal career goals?
Then we could have the role for you at Lynwood Vets in beautiful Dorset!
We’re looking for a friendly, dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our welcoming and supportive team at our Bournemouth branch.
About us
Lynwood Vets is a five-branch, small animal, RCVS-accredited group based on the South Coast. All our branches work closely together, with frequent opportunities to get together both socially and professionally.
We have a highly experienced and supportive team, and many of our colleagues have been with Lynwood for a long time. We believe this reflects the collaborative, team-oriented culture we have created, where everyone is valued and plays their own unique role in delivering the highest standard of patient and client care.
Our Bournemouth team currently comprises six vets on rotation, six nurses, one ACA and five reception team members. We also work closely with colleagues across our other Lynwood branches, particularly where patients require more specialised care, expertise or advice.
Whilst this position is based at our Bournemouth branch, shared days between branches can be discussed where this would be beneficial for the successful candidate, particularly if you live closer to another Lynwood branch.
Our hospital site in Wimborne hosts Vets Now, providing in-house OOH care for our patients.
Lynwood Vets is an accredited Veterinary Nurse training practice. Our Student Veterinary Nurses work alongside our qualified team while also attending the Lynwood School of Veterinary Nursing.
The role
As an RVN, you’ll be an integral part of our team, helping us deliver excellent patient and client care across a varied role.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Working in theatre and supporting patients throughout anaesthesia and recovery
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Inpatient care and monitoring
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Nurse consultations
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General client communication and developing strong client relationships
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Maintaining excellent standards of practice cleanliness
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Supporting colleagues wherever needed
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Contributing to the ongoing development of our nursing team and clinical standards
We’re open to applications from RVNs with all levels of experience. We’re looking for someone with good organisational skills, a can-do attitude and a warm, friendly persona, who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
As a training practice, we’re keen to expand our team’s skill sets and capabilities. If there are areas where you lack confidence, that’s absolutely fine - we’ll provide the support, mentoring and training you need to develop.
The role offers opportunities to develop your clinical skills, pursue areas of particular interest and complete further training or certificates. Your career satisfaction is important to us, and we place a strong emphasis on supporting professional development.
With our mix of urban and rural clients, there’s a wide variety of cases and plenty of opportunities to develop your nursing skills.
The hours
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Permanent, full-time position
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40 hours per week, spread over either four or five days
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Monday–Friday shifts between 8am and 7pm
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1:4 Saturday mornings, 8am–1pm
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No OOH
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No bank holiday working
Our team
We’re a friendly, forward-thinking and supportive team who work collaboratively to ensure we deliver the best possible care to our clients and their pets.
We’re proud of our diligence, integrity and high standards, but we also believe strongly in having a healthy work-life balance. We want our team members to have the flexibility and support they need both inside and outside of work.
We regularly collaborate with our wider Lynwood team across our other branches, sharing knowledge and expertise and supporting one another when patients require additional or specialised care.
We also enjoy spending time together outside of work, with regular social activities including our legendary spring party!
Here’s what our team have to say
“I started working for Lynwood about 30 years ago and never left! This practice offers the right mix of interesting work, ethics and client/patient care. Lynwood is open to new ways of working, for instance in a more sustainable way, which is important to me.” – M, part-time vet
“The reasons why I like working at Lynwood… Friendly and skilled team in a beautiful part of the UK, with a nice client base.” – E, Lynwood vet for 13 years
“The best thing about Lynwood for me is working with a great team of people, where everyone is keen to help out & share their knowledge. It has been possible to develop my own areas of clinical interest, including studying for a certificate, whilst working in a friendly supportive environment.” – C, full-time Lynwood vet for 10 years
The area
Bournemouth offers a wonderful setting for anyone seeking both career growth and a great quality of life.
Located on the South Coast, Bournemouth offers miles of beautiful beaches, nearby countryside and a vibrant coastal lifestyle. The town also provides easy access to a range of referral centres.
With excellent motorway and public transport links, as well as its own airport, Bournemouth is easily accessible by air, ferry, car, coach or train – including a journey of around 97 minutes from London.
Our fantastic range of benefits includes
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Competitive salary DOE
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6 weeks’ paid holiday including bank holidays
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£600 CPD allowance per annum
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Health Cash Plan, with contributions towards a wide range of health and wellbeing treatments, from dentistry to sports massage
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RCVS membership paid
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One additional membership subscription
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VDS cover
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Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
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Discounted veterinary fees
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Offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
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Cycle to Work scheme
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CPD and training support
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Company sick pay
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Colleague engagement survey
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Annual pay reviews
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Strong focus on employee wellbeing
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Career progression opportunities
If you’re looking for a supportive, friendly practice where you can develop your skills, enjoy a varied caseload and maintain a healthy work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, an informal chat or to apply, please contact:
Charlotte Clark, Group Practice Manager
[email protected]
