Lead Theatre RVN | Elite Referral Hospital - Surrey

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Salary
Up to £39,500

Company
JR Veterinary

Contact
Janko Kingdom

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Surrey, United Kingdom

Salary up to £39,500 DOE | 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Step into a senior RVN leadership role where you can take full ownership of theatre operations while staying hands-on clinically. This is a rare opportunity to lead within a multidisciplinary specialist referral hospital. You will lead a highly skilled nursing team of over 60 Registered Veterinary Nurses.

If you are looking to move into a leadership position without stepping away from clinical work, this role offers the perfect balance of responsibility, development, and support, complete with a structured weekday schedule and clear career progression pathways.

The Role & Responsibilities

As Lead Theatre Nurse, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day running of the theatre department while supporting and leading the nursing team. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced RVN who thrives in a fast-paced referral environment across multiple specialisms (including surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia, and more).

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Leading the day-to-day organisation of the theatre department, including case scheduling and team coordination.
• Planning and allocating staffing resources effectively across shifts, adapting seamlessly to changes in workload.
• Maintaining and driving exceptionally high standards of patient care and hygiene in line with professional expectations.
• Acting as a visible, supportive leader within the theatre team, providing continuous guidance and clinical support.
• Proactively managing and resolving operational, staffing, and clinical challenges during shifts.
• Coordinating patient flow through effective communication with Wards, Diagnostics, Reception, and Bookings.
• Overseeing theatre downtime effectively, ensuring cleaning, maintenance, and organizational tasks are fully completed.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and experienced RVN ready to step up into a senior leadership role.

To be successful, you must meet the following criteria:

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience working within a multidisciplinary referral practice.
• Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams.
• Confident working in a fast-paced clinical environment with high attention to detail and a commitment to clinical excellence.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach alongside a professional and compassionate attitude.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

Culture, Benefits & Support

The hospital prides itself on a genuinely supportive culture featuring monthly team meetings, regular learning opportunities, a social team culture (including a Christmas party), and a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders to support your wellbeing.

The comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Time Off: 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave.
• Financial & Legal: Professional RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• CPD & Progression: Funded external CPD and extensive free online specialist CPD programmes alongside a structured Nursing Pathways development programme.
• Family & Health: Enhanced sickness pay, enhanced equal family leave, and a comprehensive wellness program (including an Employee Assistance Programme, eyecare vouchers, and free annual flu jabs).
• Perks: Staff discount schemes, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers, and a recruitment referral reward scheme.

Get In Touch With JR

Contact the team today in complete confidence:

📞 Call us: 01392 719887

✉️ Email us: [email protected]

Tel: 01392719887
Address: Surrey, United Kingdom