Registered Veterinary Nurse - Referrals

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Rowe Veterinary Referrals!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic nurse who is passionate about referral care, dedicated to patient well-being, and eager to thrive in a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Rowe Referrals, you’ll work across our referral department, working within our soft tissue, neurology, diagnostic imaging and orthopaedic teams. You will work a mix of theatre, anaesthesia and ward type shifts meaning no day is ever the same and you will be able to develop a wide breadth of knowledge.

Rowe Referrals is a long-standing, multidisciplinary practice based in North Bristol, offering expertise in soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, neuro-diagnostics, dentistry, and internal medicine. We are proud to provide outstanding client service while fostering a supportive and friendly work environment. As a hospital offering 24/7 veterinary care, we are equipped with advanced facilities including MRI, CT, various scopes, ultrasonography, an on‑site laboratory, and a dedicated team of skilled nurses and support staff.

Our referral department has a highly dedicated team of 5 clinicians, 5 nurses, a dedicated support team as well as an entire department dedicated to ophthalmology. With a strong reputation for excellence, the department is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology, including an Oertli OS4 phaco/VR machine, endolaser, high‑frequency ultrasound, and ERG. Our clinicians are committed to providing the highest level of care for each and every patient.

This full‑time role works 40 hours per week, over 5 days. Shifts typically run between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm with an on‑call rota of 1 in 5 (1 weeknight and the weekend) for which you will receive additional overtime pay.

We are seeking a nurse who is passionate about referral nursing, ideally with some experience in this area. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to achieving high clinical standards and delivering excellent client care. Exceptional care and communication are central to our approach with both clients and colleagues. Above all, the candidate should embrace a team‑oriented mindset, as we are a close‑knit and friendly practice.

• 6.6 weeks annual leave pro‑rata plus additional leave for your birthday
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Employee assistance programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• £550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave
• Certificate, Diploma and VTS support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Salary:
Up to £33,500 per annum, dependent on experience.