Registered Veterinary Procedure Nurse

Derby, Derbyshire, England
Primary Care - Vet Nurse – Small Animal /
Scarsdale Vets, Pride Park [2102] /
On-site
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Scarsdale Vets on a full-time basis.

Scarsdale Vets is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art hospital offering both first opinion and referral services. With extensive facilities including multiple theatres, advanced imaging suites with CT and MRI, ultrasound rooms, endoscopy, hydrotherapy, and dedicated treatment areas, we provide a truly exceptional clinical environment.

You’ll be joining a large, friendly, and highly skilled team, working collaboratively across a diverse and complex caseload. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your clinical skills within a specialist-led environment, gaining hands-on experience with advanced procedures and equipment.

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 wide range of cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the hospital.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will be involved in anaesthesia, inpatient care, procedures, diagnostics, and imaging. You will also have the opportunity to perform Schedule 3 procedures under veterinary direction, helping to develop your clinical autonomy and skill set.

You will work with advanced diagnostic equipment including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, ECG, blood pressure monitoring, and in-house laboratory diagnostics, gaining valuable experience across a broad caseload. Alongside your clinical duties, you will support the smooth running of the hospital, contributing to stock control, equipment maintenance, and team workflows.

This is a full-time role averaging 38 hours per week across 4 days, with shifts between 7:30am and 7:00pm, including occasional twilight shifts (3:00pm–12:00am). You will also take part in a 1 in 6 weekend rota.

 
General responsibilities include:
 
*Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied and complex caseload 
*Support surgical procedures, including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre nursing 
*Assist with advanced diagnostics and imaging, including CT and MRI 
*Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery 
 
 

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 
* At least one year of post-registration experience in clinical practice 
* Confidence working independently with a strong foundation in nursing protocols  
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and clients 
* 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 £32,000 DOE
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