Registered Veterinary Nurse - Feline

Yate, South Gloucestershire, England
Primary Care - Vet Nurse – Small Animal /
Rowe Veterinary Group, Yate [1013] /
On-site
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Rowe Cat Clinic on a full-time basis.

Rowe Cat Clinic is a feline-exclusive practice dedicated to delivering exceptional, stress-free care for cats and peace of mind for their owners. Our team is passionate about advanced feline medicine and patient welfare, and we pride ourselves on creating a calm, professional environment tailored specifically to our feline patients.

Our facilities include dental radiography, ultrasound, a fully equipped in-house laboratory, and separate feline wards, allowing us to provide high-quality, species-specific care. This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse with a passion for feline health to develop their expertise within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. 
 
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career. 
 
 

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. 
 
This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, where you will play a key role in both clinical and client-facing aspects of the practice. You will work closely with experienced veterinary surgeons, including an Advanced Practitioner in Feline Medicine, gaining exposure to complex and interesting cases within a feline-only environment. 
 
General responsibilities include:
 
*Deliver high standards of nursing care to hospitalised feline patients, including monitoring and health checks 
*Support surgical procedures, including preparation, anaesthesia monitoring, and assisting in theatre 
*Run nurse-led clinics such as weight management, senior cat checks, dental care, and chronic condition monitoring 
*Perform diagnostic and laboratory work, including blood sampling, imaging, and in-house lab management 
 
 

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 IVC Evidensia, 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 
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, or leadership roles as well as clinical supervisors, mentors and certificate holders. 
* 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 plus your birthday off
*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
*Certificate support
*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/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers 
£0 - £0 a year
Up to £34,000 DOE
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