Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse

Location: Surbiton

Emergency & Critical Care Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Surbiton
£30,(Apply online only) – £38,(Apply online only) (depending on experience and role)

A well-established, growing veterinary hospital is seeking a talented, practical and people-focused Registered Veterinary Nurse to join its Emergency & Critical Care team in Surbiton.

This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy being clinically hands-on, thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment and take pride in delivering outstanding standards of patient and client care.

The Role – Practical, Progressive and Purposeful

This is a highly practical, front-line clinical nursing role. You will:

Take ownership of hospitalised patients and manage day-to-day clinical flow alongside the veterinary surgeons
Maintain exceptional standards of inpatient care at all times
Be fully involved in emergency and critical care nursing procedures
Work collaboratively with vets and the wider team to drive efficiency and clinical excellence
Support and mentor Student Veterinary Nurses, leading by example
Help promote a positive, calm and professional hospital environment
You will be encouraged to fully utilise and develop your advanced nursing skills on a daily basis, from complex patient monitoring through to emergency interventions.

This is not a supporting role – this is hands-on emergency and critical care nursing at its best.

Working Pattern Options

A flexible and sustainable working approach is offered:

Day Role Only

8am – 8pm
7 days on, 7 days off
Night Role Only

8pm – 8am
7 days on, 14 days off
Who We’re Looking For

This opportunity would suit an RVN who combines strong clinical ability with excellent people skills.

You may be a good fit if you:

Are highly practical and enjoy being hands-on
Feel confident managing hospitalised patients and prioritising workload
Have a friendly and approachable manner with clients and colleagues
Communicate clearly, professionally and with empathy
Thrive within a team of mixed experience levels
Have a positive, problem-solving mindset
Have a strong clinical foundation and are ready for your next challenge
Are motivated to grow, develop and take on more responsibility
Most importantly, you understand that excellent emergency care is not only about clinical skill, but also about reassuring owners, supporting colleagues and remaining calm under pressure.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary of £30,(Apply online only) – £38,(Apply online only), depending on experience and role
£1,(Apply online only) annual learning and development budget
Funded internal and external training
A structured training pathway tailored to your role
Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Strong and supportive team culture, with regular team events
Genuine long-term career progression opportunities
Ready to Apply?

If you are ready to step into an Emergency and Critical Care role where your practical skills are valued, your contribution is recognised and your career development is actively supported, Nurse Seekers would be pleased to hear from you