- Company Name
- IVC Evidensia
- Job Title
- Rotating Veterinary Nurse Internship
- Job Description
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Job title: Rotating Veterinary Nurse Internship
Role Summary: 12‑month fixed‑term internship for RCVS‑registered veterinary nurses. Interns rotate through core referral disciplines—Theatre & Anaesthesia, Medicine, Neurology, and Wards—on a 6‑week rolling rota. The role combines hands‑on clinical care with structured training, mentorship, CPD, and protected study time, while supporting out‑of‑hours services on weekends and on‑call shifts.
Expectations:
* Actively complete all scheduled rotations and maintain continuity of patient care.
* Attain and demonstrate competence in anaesthesia support, inpatient care, and emergency response.
* Fulfil mandatory training requirements: RECOVER BLS & ALS, IVC Evidensia referral nurse online modules, monthly journal club, in‑house seminars, and a clinical audit.
* Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and quality‑improvement initiatives.
* Manage time to balance clinical duties, protected study hours, and weekend/on‑call responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver nursing care to referral cases across theatre, anaesthesia, medicine, neurology, and wards.
* Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and emergency support.
* Administer medications, manage wound care, and coordinate diagnostics and imaging.
* Maintain accurate clinical records and support treatment planning.
* Participate in a 45+ hour CPD programme, including journal clubs, seminars, and audits.
* Serve on weekend and on‑call rota, ensuring continuous nursing coverage.
* Engage in mentorship activities and contribute to a learning culture.
Required Skills:
* RCVS‑registered veterinary nurse with hospital‑level clinical experience (6–18 months preferred).
* Proficiency in anaesthesia protocols, patient monitoring, and emergency care.
* Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational abilities.
* Commitment to working 38 hrs/week, including weekends and on‑call duties.
* Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a referral environment.
Required Education & Certifications:
* RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification.
* RECOVER BLS & ALS certification (funded, required completion).
* Completion of IVC Evidensia referral nurse online training.
* (Optional) 6–18 months post‑qualification clinical experience, though newly qualified RVNs are welcome.