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Internal Medicine Veterinary Nurse - FTC We are looking for a motivated RVN to join our team at Blaise Veterinary Referrals as an Internal Medicine Nurse on a fixed-term contract basis.Blaise Veterinary Referrals isa large-scale, multi-disciplinary, specialist-led referral hospital which encompasses the culture and values we pride ourselves on at IVC Evidensia. Blaise has added to our extensive referral network, which now consists of over 100 referral sites across the UK & Ireland. In addition to our referral teams on site, the 24-hour hospital is home to our Vets Now at Blaise emergency service. We pride ourselves on our culture at Blaise and our welcoming, knowledgeable team will be here to support you every step of the way. We have an outstanding team of recognised specialists across a multitude of disciplines including Internal Medicine, Oncology, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue and Anaesthesia.IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.How You’ll Make a Difference As an Internal Medicine Nurse, you will deliver advanced nursing care within our Medicine service, supporting the daily case management of complex cases. You’ll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary hospital team, contributing specialist nursing expertise to patient care, supporting clinical decision-making, and sharing knowledge with colleagues to continually improve standards within your discipline.This is a part time role working 25hrs per week within our medicine team over 3 days, Monday-Wednesday. Occasional weekend cover may be required on occasion. This is a fixed-term contract position running until early 2027.General clinical duties include:Anaesthesia and analgesia of casesSupporting patient imaging which may include the use of CT, radiography, MRI, endoscopy, fluoroscopy or ultrasonographyPlanning and coordinating with our Wards and ECC Nurses about patient care plansMaintaining and preparing the medicine and imaging suites and any other specialist equipment used by the service.You Might Be a Great Fit If... You are an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse with a keen interest in internal medicineand a desire to specialise in providing gold standard care to patients with a variety of medical diseases. You’ll bring:Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVSSignificant experience in clinical practice with competent nursing skills relevant to your disciplineExperience working with complex medical cases in a referral or advanced-care setting would be advantageousStrong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teamsA commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and continuous improvementHow We’ll Support You At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:A specialist nursing role within a referral environment delivering complex and rewarding caseloadsClear career pathways with progression opportunities within referral nursing and leadership rolesOngoing learning and development to support advanced clinical and professional growthA collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvementWhat We Offer Our Team Benefits may be subject to pro-rata on account of this being a part time, fixed term contract position.Work-life Balance6.6 weeks' annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceAdditional annual leave for your birthday which is added to your allowanceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeCycle to Work schemeDevelopment£550 CPD allowance per annum24hrs paid CPD leaveCertificate SupportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online veterinary encyclopaediaResearch funding opportunities for Vets & NursesInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement ProgrammeProfessional MembershipsVDS coverRCVS feesAdditionalGreen Cars salary sacrifice schemeVoluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit youDiscounted staff pet careAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersBlaise Veterinary Referral Hospital, Birmingham 1601 Bristol Road South, Longbridge, Birmingham, B45 9UA, United KingdomAt IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.Any questions before applying? Speak to Helen Paddison from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.#J-18808-Ljbffr