Referral Registered Veterinary Nurse – Independent Specialist Referral Hospital – Surrey

Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) looking to develop your skills within a specialist referral environment? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading referral hospital in Surrey, supporting patients undergoing advanced orthopaedic and neurological treatments.

This role is ideal for a motivated RVN eager to progress their clinical knowledge while delivering exceptional patient care within a collaborative, high-standard hospital setting.

The Role

• Provide advanced nursing care to referral patients undergoing orthopaedic and neurological procedures

• Deliver anaesthesia, surgical, and diagnostic nursing support within preparation and theatre areas

• Monitor and care for patients throughout the peri-operative process

• Support patients with complex and advanced medical conditions

• Maintain high standards of patient care in a fast-paced referral environment

• Work closely with veterinary surgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams

Working Pattern

• Full-time position (40 hours per week)

• Rotating shift pattern

• 4-day working week

• 1:4 weekend rota with time off in lieu

About You

• Qualified and registered RVN

• Passionate about delivering high-quality patient care

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Compassionate, empathetic, and detail-oriented

• Comfortable working in a busy clinical environment

• Keen to develop skills within referral-level nursing

Training & Development

• Structured 12-week induction programme supported by a dedicated nursing mentor

• Quarterly one-to-one support meetings

• Annual appraisal and career development planning

• Strong encouragement for CPD and ongoing professional development

• Opportunities to develop specialist nursing interests

Why Apply?

• Work with complex orthopaedic and neurological cases

• Exposure to advanced surgical and diagnostic procedures

• Supportive and collaborative referral hospital team

• Clear development pathways for career progression

Benefits include:

• Salary starting from £28,000

• Funded CPD

• RCVS registration fees covered

• Company pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

📍 Location: Surrey
💼 Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time
🕓 Working Pattern: 40 hours | 4-day week | 1:4 weekends

If you’re ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and gain exposure to advanced referral cases, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, contact:
Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | angel.mason@gvcvets.com