Locum Night RVN | Oxfordshire

June & July 2026 | Accommodation Available

Dates Required:
June: 10, 11, 12, 13, 27, 28
July: 6, 7

Shift Pattern: Waking Night Shifts
Accommodation: Available nearby
Working Environment: Sole Charge OOH RVN working alongside an OOH Veterinary Surgeon

The Opportunity

An exciting locum opportunity has become available within a newly launched Out of Hours service in Oxfordshire.

The practice is looking for an experienced Locum Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to provide annual leave cover across a selection of night shifts throughout June and July 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an RVN who enjoys ECC and inpatient care but is looking for a quieter and more manageable OOH caseload within a newly established service.

The Practice

This is a modern and forward-thinking small animal practice that has recently launched its dedicated Out of Hours service.

As the service is newly opened, caseload levels are currently relatively manageable compared to larger, busier OOH hospitals allowing for a calmer overnight working environment while still offering excellent clinical exposure.

You’ll be working as the sole RVN overnight alongside an experienced OOH Veterinary Surgeon who remains on-site throughout the night, providing excellent support and collaboration.

Accommodation is available roughly 20 minutes away and can be accessed by public transport easily. 

The Role

Typical Duties

• Overnight inpatient care and monitoring
• Assisting with emergency and urgent care presentations
• Anaesthesia support where required
• Patient stabilisation and nursing care
• Maintaining accurate clinical records
• Working closely with the overnight Veterinary Surgeon
• Supporting the smooth running of the OOH service overnight

This role would suit an RVN who is confident working overnight, enjoys ECC and inpatient care, and is comfortable within a sole-charge nursing environment alongside vet support.

Hours & Rota

Weekday Night Shifts

7:30pm – 8:30am

Weekend Night Shifts

6:30pm – 8:30am

Dates Requiring Cover

June 2026

10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 27th, 28th

July 2026

6th, 7th

Why This Role Stands Out

• Brand-new OOH service
• Manageable overnight caseload
• Accommodation available nearby
• OOH Vet on site throughout the night
• Excellent ECC exposure within a supportive environment
• Great opportunity for confident night RVNs
• Flexible block or ad hoc shift options available

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Nurse
• Comfortable working overnight shifts
• Confident with inpatient and emergency care
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively within an OOH environment

Interested?

If you're looking for a well-supported OOH locum opportunity within a newly launched service in Oxfordshire, we’d love to hear from you 🙂

📞 01392 793 199
📩 Emma.Pring@gvcvets.com