Equine RVN - Lanark, South Lanarkshire
Registered Veterinary NursePermanent
Lanark, South Lanarkshire, Central Scotland
Job Description
A full-time permanent opportunity is available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a busy equine hospital in Lanark, South Lanarkshire. This is a strong next step for an RVN who wants to develop within a supportive, experienced team while working with a varied equine caseload and modern facilities.
Key Details
- Position: Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse.
- Working Pattern: Full Time.
- Location: Lanark, South Lanarkshire.
- Salary: Dependent upon experience.
- OOH: Willing to participate when required.
Why You'll Love This Role
This role offers the chance to build your equine nursing experience across inpatient care, diagnostics, surgery and anaesthesia support. You will be joining a collaborative team where high clinical standards, professional development and patient care are central to the role.
About the Role
You will provide nursing support across the hospital, including inpatient and outpatient care, medication administration, recovery monitoring and preparation for procedures and surgery. The role also includes assisting with examinations, investigations and treatment, alongside client education on ongoing care, rehabilitation and preventative health.
Clinical duties include blood sampling, intravenous catheter placement, wound management, bandaging and support with diagnostic imaging such as radiography, ultrasonography and scintigraphy. Laboratory work includes haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis, faecal analysis and cytology.
You will also support theatre preparation, instrument sterilisation, anaesthesia monitoring and surgical procedures. Daily stable duties and general hospital care will form part of the role, including feeding, grooming, hygiene and biosecurity.
Equine handling is an important part of the position, with work involving youngstock, stallions and competition horses. You must also follow hospital health and safety procedures, including lone-working protocols where required.
About the Practice
The hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical equipment and offers a high standard of care. You will be working within a large team of experienced professionals, creating a strong learning environment with ongoing support and opportunities for development.
Working in Lanark, South Lanarkshire
Lanark offers a practical base for veterinary professionals working in Central Scotland, with access to the surrounding area and nearby towns for commuting or relocation. The role is suited to someone who can live within around 30 minutes of Lanark or who is willing to move closer. Flexible working is part of the wider environment, which may help support a manageable work-life balance.
Benefits
- 30 days annual leave.
- Option to buy and sell holiday.
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, surrogacy and paternity pay.
- Company sick pay.
- Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contribution after 3 months.
- Health Shield cover after 3 months.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Staff discounts.
- Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of caseload can I expect?
You can expect a varied equine caseload, including inpatient and outpatient nursing, emergency and critical care support, diagnostics, surgery and general hospital care.
Is out-of-hours work required?
Yes. The successful candidate must be willing to participate in out-of-hours work when required.
What experience is required?
A recognised veterinary nursing qualification is required. Current or previous equine nursing experience is preferred, and a Student Veterinary Nurse approaching qualification may also be considered.
What facilities does the practice offer?
The hospital has modern diagnostic and surgical equipment and supports imaging, laboratory work, theatre preparation and surgical procedures.
Is there support for professional development?
Yes. Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development are included.
If you are a confident Registered Veterinary Nurse with a genuine interest in equine nursing, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. Apply today to find out more.
Job Reference No: JN-35476
Job location
Lanark, South Lanarkshire, Central Scotland
This is the approximate job location. The exact practice address is shared with suitable candidates.
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