Senior Veterinary Registered Nurse

Location Belfast
Discipline: Veterinary Nurses
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000-£35,000
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5718
Published: about 12 hours ago

An expanding independent small animal referral practice in Belfast is looking to appoint an experienced RVN into a Senior or Team Leader position. This role has come about due to growth and would suit a confident nurse who enjoys leadership, mentoring, and remaining hands-on clinically.

The practice is referral led, progressive, and currently working towards RCVS Veterinary Hospital accreditation. The focus is on delivering high standards of patient care while maintaining a supportive and sustainable working environment for the team.

The Role

  • Senior nursing position with leadership responsibility

  • Leading, supporting, and supervising RVNs and support staff

  • Managing nursing rotas, workflows, and day-to-day operations

  • Oversight of stock control, equipment maintenance, and infection control

  • Supporting CPD and development within the nursing team

  • Delivering high-quality hands-on nursing care

  • Assisting with a wide range of medical, surgical, and referral procedures

  • Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and patients

The Ideal Candidate

  • Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS)

  • Previous senior, charge nurse, or team leader experience preferred

  • Confident mentoring and supporting a nursing team

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Comfortable working in a referral or advanced clinical environment

  • Passionate about patient care and clinical standards

The Practice Environment

  • Independent, growing small animal referral setting

  • Modern, well-equipped facilities including:

  • Comprehensive in-house laboratory

  • Endoscopy suite

  • Ultrasound suite

  • Orthopaedic and soft tissue theatres

  • On-site CT scanner

  • Supportive, experienced, and collaborative team culture

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Full-time or part-time options available

  • Flexible working patterns including day or night shifts

  • Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the nursing team

  • Long-term progression within a growing practice

Get in touch with Sophie for more details on this position by sending your CV via APPLY.