Veterinary Nurse Training Opportunities
Bristol, England – Langford Vets’ Small Animal Referral Hospital, a leading tertiary veterinary referral hospital and subsidiary of the University of Bristol, is delighted to announce two innovative new roles in their specialist veterinary nurse training pathway; the Veterinary Nursing Rotating Internship and Veterinary Nurse Residency. Successful candidates will have the chance to work closely with a multidisciplinary team of specialists, including nurses with advanced qualifications, RCVS, European & American Diplomats, Veterinary Residents & Interns and Animal Care Assistants. These roles mark a significant milestone for Langford Vets and reinforces their commitment to leading the way in the development of career-long learning within the veterinary nursing industry.
Unique Veterinary Nurse Rotating Internship
This innovative, hands-on opportunity is designed to provide aspiring veterinary nurses with an in-depth and well-rounded experience in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment. The one-year fixed term interns will rotate through various departments, gaining valuable experience and expanding their knowledge across a range of clinical disciplines such as theatre, emergency and critical care, wards nursing, anaesthesia, and more. This unique internship program is designed for passionate and driven veterinary nurses who are eager to expand their knowledge base, enhance their technical skills, and build confidence in a referral setting.
Unique Veterinary Nurse Rotating Internship
This innovative, hands-on opportunity is designed to provide aspiring veterinary nurses with an in-depth and well-rounded experience in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment. The one-year fixed term interns will rotate through various departments, gaining valuable experience and expanding their knowledge across a range of clinical disciplines such as theatre, emergency and critical care, wards nursing, anaesthesia, and more. This unique internship program is designed for passionate and driven veterinary nurses who are eager to expand their knowledge base, enhance their technical skills, and build confidence in a referral setting.
Key Features of the Veterinary Nursing Rotating Internship:
- Comprehensive exposure to specialist areas of veterinary nursing in a high-volume referral setting.
- Mentorship from the Nursing Intern Lead and a designated career mentor tailored to your professional progression.
- A structured, hands-on learning environment designed to support both professional growth and clinical competence.
- Opportunity to participate in specialized procedures, patient care, and diagnostics.
- A rotation of the intern’s choice – including areas such as oncology, cardiology, dermatology and physiotherapy.
- Participation in the OOH rota including twilight shifts and weekend work.
- Allocated off clinics time to complete the BLS & ALS RECOVER course, a clinical audit and second project of the intern’s choosing.
Eligibility Criteria:
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) by August 2025.
- A strong passion for animal welfare, patient care, and advancing veterinary nursing practice.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
As the lead for the Veterinary Nursing Rotating Internship, I’m incredibly excited to guide the next cohort of veterinary nurses through this unique and enriching experience. It’s not just about professional progression - it’s about nurturing the compassion and teamwork that are essential to great patient care. This internship offers a chance to grow both professionally and personally. I’m thrilled to see our interns develop into confident, skilled nurses who make a real difference in the lives of the animals and families we serve.
Applications for the August 2025 intake are now open
Veterinary Nurse Residency
The Veterinary Nurse Residency 2025-2028 has been developed to support veterinary nurses who want to achieve their Veterinary Technician Specialism (VTS), in a specific discipline in which they would already hold extensive experience in.
The programme has been carefully designed to allow successful applicants the opportunity to spend three years studying towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist qualification in a specific subject area. We are open to applications in the following areas: Emergency and Critical Care, Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Internal Medicine, Neurology.
Veterinary Nurse Residency
The Veterinary Nurse Residency 2025-2028 has been developed to support veterinary nurses who want to achieve their Veterinary Technician Specialism (VTS), in a specific discipline in which they would already hold extensive experience in.
The programme has been carefully designed to allow successful applicants the opportunity to spend three years studying towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist qualification in a specific subject area. We are open to applications in the following areas: Emergency and Critical Care, Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Internal Medicine, Neurology.
Key Features of the Veterinary Nursing Residency:
- Comprehensive exposure to a specialist area of veterinary nursing in a high-volume referral setting.
- The first year will be spent within your chosen discipline to build up number of supervised hours and gain experience and practical skills. You will officially apply and be enrolled in your VTS training in year two and aim to complete this in year three.
- Mentorship from the Vet Nurse Resident Lead and a designated mentor tailored to your specialist area.
- Teaching and supervision of Veterinary and Veterinary Nursing undergraduates on clinical rotations.
- Participation in the OOH rota including twilight shifts and weekend work.
- Allocated off clinics time to study towards your VTS qualification.
- Examination fees and associated costs to attend the VTS conference in the USA are included.
Eligibility Criteria:
- RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with considerable experience in a specified subject area (see website for further details as this varies by specialty).
- A strong passion for animal welfare, patient care, and advancing veterinary nursing practice.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
The veterinary nursing residency programme has been created to give veterinary nurses protected time and support, for them to learn from specialist nurses and board-certified specialist veterinary surgeons to gain advanced nursing skills and knowledge. This type of programme will empower veterinary nurses and push the profession forward. We have shown great success in supporting our nurses to achieve their veterinary technician specialism at Langford. As a teaching hospital we are set up to provide the required support and we understand the dedication required to achieve this prestigious qualification.
Applications for the August 2025-2028 intake are now open
