Bank Veterinary Nurse Animal Ambulance Service
Location: Surrey, Hampshire, Sussex and London
Contract: Bank / Zero-hours
Salary: Will be discussed
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate, confident Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our Animal Ambulance Service team on a flexible bank basis.
This is a unique and rewarding role providing emergency response, patient transport, and urgent field support to animals in need. You will work both independently and alongside animal care assistants, drivers, attending welfare calls, assisting injured animals, and ensuring safe transportation to veterinary facilities.
No two shifts are the same — you may be attending road traffic accidents, collecting urgent referrals, supporting euthanasia cases, or assisting members of the public in distressing situations.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide emergency triage and nursing care in the field
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Safely handle and transport a variety of animals (small animals & occasionally wildlife)
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Assist veterinary surgeons during urgent cases
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Monitor patients during transport
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Communicate compassionately with members of the public
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Maintain ambulance equipment and medical supplies
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Complete accurate clinical and welfare records
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Work safely as a lone responder when required
Requirements
Essential
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Registered Veterinary Nurse (RCVS registered)
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Full UK driving licence
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Confident animal handling skills
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Ability to remain calm under pressure
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Excellent communication and empathy skills
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Willingness to work evenings, weekends and on call shifts as we operate 24/7
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Physically fit and capable of lifting/handling animals
Desirable
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Emergency & Critical Care experience
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Previous out-of-hours or charity work
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Experience driving vans or larger vehicles
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Wildlife handling experience
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RECOVER CPR training
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What We Offer
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Flexible working to fit around your current role
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Unique and varied caseload
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Supportive and friendly team
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Opportunity to make a genuine welfare difference in the community
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Ongoing CPD opportunities
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Uniform provided
Ideal Candidate
You are a practical resilient nurse who enjoys hands on work and problem-solving. You are compassionate with people as well as animals and understand that you may attend emotional or unpredictable situations. You can work independently, make safe decisions and represent the organisation professionally in the community.
How to Apply
Please send your cv and the below application form to