Referral Veterinary Nurse

📍 Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, Wiltshire 🕒 Full Time | Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities 💷 £28,000 – £33,538 DOE

Eastcott Referrals is expanding, and we are looking for passionate Registered Veterinary Nurses to join our friendly, close-knit Tier 3 referral hospital.

We have opportunities across multiple disciplines , including:

Surgery (soft tissue & orthopaedics)

Anaesthesia

Internal Medicine

ECC & inpatient care

Dentistry & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Multidisciplinary nursing team Whether you are looking to specialise or develop across several areas, you’ll gain exposure to a varied and rewarding referral caseload within a highly supportive team.

You’ll work alongside specialist clinicians, anaesthetists, and experienced referral nurses to deliver exceptional patient care.

Typical responsibilities may include:

Supporting advanced surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures

Creating tailored anaesthesia plans and monitoring anaesthesia

Theatre preparation and surgical assistance

Patient care and supporting clients

Working pattern:

40 hours per week (4 x 10-hour or 5 x 8-hour days), part-time hours considered

1 in 8 weekends (with time off in lieu)

1 bank holiday per year

RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse

Strong team player with a proactive, positive attitude

Passion for high standards of patient care

Interest in referral nursing (any discipline)

Previous referral experience advantageous but not essential

No problem — we welcome nurses from all clinical backgrounds.

We provide comprehensive training and support , including:

2–4 weeks shadowing experienced referral nurses

Tailored clinical induction plans for your chosen disciplines

Ongoing support to build confidence and develop specialist skills

Tier 3 multidisciplinary hospital with a wide range of services

Exposure to advanced and complex cases

Highly experienced team including specialist surgeons and anaesthetists

Strong focus on CPD, development and career progression

Supportive, collaborative and welcoming culture

If you’re looking to develop your nursing career in a progressive referral environment, we would love to hear from you. Still not sure? give us a call or pop in for a look around and a cup of tea, we are happy to chat through roles that might work for you.