PERSON SPECIFICATION

This form lists the essential and desirable requirements needed in order to do the job.

Applicants will be shortlisted solely on the extent to which they meet these requirements.

Job Title: Veterinary Nurse (Nights) / Job ref no: CSS/0143/14
Grade: 3 / Department: Clinical Services Division, Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital
Accountable to: Head Nurse / Responsible for: n/a
Evidence
Competency / Essential / Assessment
*A and/or I / Desirable / Assessment
*A and/or I
Knowledge & Experience / Registered RCVS Veterinary Nurse with relevant qualification.
Experience in a veterinary hospital environment and knowledge of FABcats feline friendly practice standards and RCVS practice standards scheme / A
A/I / Enhancement or post qualification training e.g. advanced diploma or technician certificate.
Clinical coach accreditation. / A/I
A
Clinical Knowledge / Experience and knowledge in medical, post-operative care
Experience and knowledge of intensive care and emergency nursing
Experience and knowledge of small mammal and exotic species husbandry and willing to undertake further study on exotic species care / A/I
A/I
A/I / Experience in managing patients with infectious and zoonotic disease.
Continued professional development in medical, intensive care and emergency nursing.
Continued professional development in small mammal and exotic species. / A/I
I
I
Communication / Excellent communication skills; in written and spoken English.
Excellent time management; ability to work in an efficient and organised manner with the ability to handle multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Ability to work on own initiative with or without supervision.
Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.
Experience working with vet or nursing students in practice / A/I
I
I
A/I
A/I / Ability to use Microsoft Office 2007 Package.
Analytical and problem-solving ability. / I
I
Behavioral Skills / Dynamic and positive attitude with the ability to promote by example a culture of cooperation and teamwork to all.
Ability to self motivate and to motivate others.
The ability to remain calm and assertive under pressure.
Ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with difficult situations.
Demonstrate a punctual, flexible and positive attitude to work and change. / I
I
I
I
I / Ability to liaise and work alongside all levels of staff.
The ability to work with integrity. / I
I

*A = Application Form I = Interview