Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Full Time Permanent Position

Are you a compassionate and dedicated RVN looking to join a supportive and progressive team? Stanley House Vets an RCVS accredited small animal practice based in the heart of Lancashire, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team.

With over 100 years of history in the community, Stanley House Vets offers a blend of tradition and innovation. We pride ourselves on delivering high standards of clinical care with a personal touch. Our multi-site (Colne, Burnley and Barnoldswick), small animal practice is fully equipped with modern facilities such as digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound , in-house lab.

We offer 24/7 care including our own on-call service to our clients at the Colne branch with a dedicated OOH night RVN team. You’ll be joining a friendly, experienced team of vets, nurses, and support team members who genuinely care about each other, our patients, and our clients.

Your role

 

As a key member of our nursing team, you will be involved in:

  • Nurse consults and patient admissions/discharges
  • Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
  • In-patient care and recovery
  • Laboratory work and clinical administration
  • Supporting junior team members and student nurses
  • We encourage nurses to use their full range of skills and take an active role in shaping the clinical services we offer.

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • A team player with a proactive, caring, and positive attitude.
  • Good communication skills and a commitment to high clinical standards.
  • Detail-focused – accurate with records, medication, and patient monitoring.
  • Calm under pressure – steady in emergencies and with nervous or challenging patients.
  • Resilient – able to cope with the emotional side of veterinary work.
  • Adaptable – flexible with duties and keen to keep learning.
  • Passionate about animal welfare – always putting patient comfort and safety first.
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Hours & Rota

  • Full-time position (average 36.5 hours/week) split over 4 or 5 days
  • Shared weekends with time off in lieu (weekends additional, 1 in 6 weekends -alternates between Saturday daytime
    and a full weekend shift -daytimes)
  • Flexible working patterns can be discussed

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Generous CPD allowance and support for further qualifications
  • RCVS fees paid
  • Company pension scheme
  • Staff discounts for your pets
  • Supportive working environment that values your wellbeing and career development
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How to Apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your nursing career, we’d love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to: [email protected]

You can also apply and learn more on the VetPartners website https://www.vetpartners.co.uk/veterinary-jobs/vacancy/1452/