Registered Veterinary Nurse | Kent | Senior Consulting Nurse
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Salary
Competitive
Company
BVS Vets
Contact
Harry Pilkington
Kent, United Kingdom
Senior Consulting Nurse — Department Lead
Kent · Permanent · Full-time
40 hours across 4 days · 1 in 6 Saturday mornings · 1 in 12 on-call weekends
A truly rare opportunity for an ambitious RVN to step into a department lead role at a forward-thinking multidisciplinary small animal hospital in Kent. This position is centred around nurse-led consulting, preventative care and the ground-up development of a dedicated feline hospital — a chance to leave a real mark on the future of a progressive practice.
The practice
- Multidisciplinary small animal hospital in Kent
- Advanced diagnostics including MRI, CT imaging and mechanical ventilation
- Access to a diverse team of in-house specialists
- A dedicated feline hospital currently in development — a unique project to be part of from day one
- Collaborative, forward-thinking culture with a genuine commitment to clinical innovation
The role
- Head up the nursing consulting department, setting the bar for nurse-led services
- Design and roll out advanced nurse-led clinics across preventative care, senior wellness, medical management and post-surgical recovery
- Play a central part in shaping a dedicated feline hospital within the existing site
- Take ownership of the in-house laboratory — quality control, diagnostics and workflows
- Support consulting vets during appointments to ensure smooth, high-quality client interactions
- Uphold rigorous infection control and hygiene standards throughout
What we're looking for
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
- A track record in nurse-led consulting with strong independent clinical reasoning
- A genuine interest in feline nursing and cat-friendly care
- Leadership experience or a clear readiness to step up into a department lead position
- Hands-on experience with in-house laboratory diagnostics and quality assurance
- Strong communication skills and a calm, professional manner in a busy environment
Benefits
- 4-day working week — 40 hours for a genuine work-life balance
- Weekend rota — 1 in 6 Saturday mornings and 1 in 12 on-call weekends (supplemented)
- Strong CPD support and real career progression opportunities
- Opportunity to help build and shape a dedicated feline hospital from the ground up
Apply below or get in touch with Harry on 07758 963901 for more details.
Tel: 07758 963901
Address:
Kent, United Kingdom