Head Nurse Wanted- Hertfordshire JL 26249
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Company
Gardner Llewelyn
Contact
Jonathan Lewis
Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Salary up to £35,000 DOE | £1,000 Welcome Bonus | Flexible Hours | No OOH | Small, Supportive Team
Are you an experienced RVN ready to take the next step into leadership?
We are looking for a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse who will play a key role in leading our nursing team and helping us continue to deliver outstanding patient care and client service.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a small, friendly team where nurses are genuinely valued and empowered. This is a role with real influence giving you the opportunity to shape clinical standards, support your colleagues’ development, and contribute to how the practice evolves.
You’ll work closely with our experienced Practice Owner (an experienced vet with a Master’s in Clinical Oncology), who is fully supportive of nurse-led development and progression.
About the Practice
We’re based in the beautiful market town of Hertford and currently have:
- 2 Veterinary Surgeons
- 1 RVN
- 2 VCAs
- 1 Receptionist
Our purpose-built clinic is well-equipped to support high-quality clinical care, including:
- Separate cat and dog wards
- Isolation unit
- Dedicated sterile theatre
- Digital X-ray and ultrasound
- In-house lab with microscope
- Capnography and pulse oximetry
We’re proud of our loyal client base, many with insured pets, which allows us to work cases up thoroughly. Appointments are structured to support quality care:
- 30 minutes for non-routine consults
- 15 minutes for vaccines
We also regularly host visiting specialists (cardiology, advanced imaging, orthopaedics), giving you and your team valuable exposure and learning opportunities.
About the Role
As Head RVN, you’ll play a vital leadership role within the practice. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the day-to-day running of the nursing and VCA team
- Acting as a role model for clinical excellence and professionalism
- Supporting and developing individual team members’ skills and interests
- Assisting with training, appraisals, and clinical audits
- Helping to optimise workflow and improve efficiency
- Being hands-on clinically across theatre, inpatient care, nurse clinics, and consults
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys both clinical work and leadership and wants to be involved in the wider success of the practice.
About You
We’re looking for a qualified, confident RVN who:
- Enjoys supporting and motivating others
- Takes pride in delivering high clinical standards
- Has strong communication and organisational skills
- Is interested in leadership, coaching, and practice development
- Is proactive, positive, and a true team player
- Enjoys variety and being involved in all areas of nursing
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
We genuinely value balance and are happy to offer full-time or part-time hours depending on what suits you best.
- No OOH
- 1 in 3 Saturdays (9am-1pm) with time off in lieu or additional pay
- Two weekday shift patterns (both include 30-minute unpaid lunch):
- 8:45am-5:15pm
- 10:45am-7:15pm
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to 35,000 DOE
- £1,000 Welcome Bonus (paid at 3 and 6 months)
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Funded and supported CPD
- Pension scheme
- Contribution towards private healthcare
Interetsed?
Contact Jonathan belwo or email me your CV- [email protected]
Tel: 01291 645 871
Address:
Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom