Total 7 clinical nurse job vacancies in Australia

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is a leading provider of specialist veterinary care in the Canberra region. We are dedicated to providing exceptional medical services to pets and their families, offering advanced treatments and compassionate care.

Our cohesive and supportive team values communication, teamwork and delivering exceptional care whilst having the ability to share a laugh. We pride ourselves on providing the highest standards of care for all of our patients and are constantly striving to improve our knowledge and skills.

We are currently seeking a like-minded Medicine Veterinary Nurse to join our team!

This position offers the opportunity to work alongside leading veterinary specialists and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering a high standard of compassionate care to both patients and clients
• Caring for hospitalised patients and recovering patients after procedures
• Preparing, facilitating and monitoring for procedures
• Planning, facilitating and monitoring anaesthesia
• Preparation of patients for procedures
• Ensuring a clean and hygienic environment throughout the hospital
• Assisting with consultations
• Conducting handover of patients

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a veterinary nurse, specialty experience preferred but training can be provided
• Strong technical nursing skills, proficiency in IV catheter placement, blood sampling and performing a TPR advantageous
• Knowledge of RxWorks and Smartflow are desirable but not essential
• A good general nursing knowledge base
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused during high-pressure situations
• A positive, flexible, enthusiastic attitude
• Have the ability to work closely within a team and autonomously

We Want To Offer You:

• Leave entitlements - 4 weeks annual leave, personal/sick leave, carers leave (all leave benefits as per award)
• Continuous education program 
• Free annual influenza vaccination
• 6 weeks paid parental leave and flexible return to work programs
• Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program LifeWorks 24/7

This is a growing business and for the right candidate ongoing opportunities will undoubtedly present themselves.    

Apply Now!

Surgery Vet Nurse - Part-time maternity leave position 

ARH Essendon Fields

ARH Essendon is a leading healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional patient care. Our dedicated team of professionals strives for excellence in delivering comprehensive medical services to our community.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Part-time Surgery Nurse to join our dynamic team at ARH Essendon. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standard of care for our surgical patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative care
• Monitor patients during surgery and recovery
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow
• Administer medications and follow established protocols
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Provide education and support to patients and their families

Requirements:

• Cert IV qualified Nurse
• Proven experience in veterinary surgical nursing, with a minimum of 2 years experience
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures and protocols
• Proficiency in anaesthesia monitoring and sterile technique
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Excellent patient care skills, including pre- and post-operative management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with pet owners and veterinary staff
• Familiarity with veterinary medical equipment and surgical instruments, including their maintenance and sterilisation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Access to state-of-the-art medical facilities and equipment

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter via the link below.

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is a leading provider of specialist veterinary care in the Canberra region. We are dedicated to providing exceptional medical services to pets and their families, offering advanced treatments and compassionate care.

We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Full-Time Surgery Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veterinary nursing with a specific focus on surgical procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside leading veterinary specialists and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures, including preparation, monitoring, and post-operative care
• Maintaining surgical suites and equipment to ensure cleanliness and functionality
• Providing support in anesthesia administration and monitoring
• Monitoring patient vital signs and responding to changes in condition
• Providing compassionate care to patients and their families, offering education and support as needed
• Collaborating with other members of the veterinary team to ensure seamless patient care

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary nursing role, with a focus on surgical procedures
• Strong knowledge of surgical nursing techniques and protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate attitude towards animals and their caregivers
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency specialised surgical procedures

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Supportive team environment with access to leading veterinary specialists
• Employee discounts on veterinary services and Petbarn products
• Work-life balance with rostered shifts and leave entitlements

If you are passionate about veterinary nursing and dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter via the link. Join our team at Animal Referral Hospital Canberra and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day!

Veterinary Nurse | Dermatology for Animals | Part Time & Full Time Positions

Established in 1998, Dermatology for Animals provides the veterinary dermatology service within the majority of specialist multi-disciplinary veterinary hospitals across Queensland.

We are now looking for Part-time and Full-time veterinary nurses to join our expanding team of veterinarians, nurses and administrators in south-east Queensland.

We are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced nurse, who wants to excel in providing first rate nursing care, and who is capable across the broad range of skills that encompass veterinary nursing in a dermatological environment. This not only involves utilising patient nursing skills, but also learning about new techniques, becoming competent in dermatological diagnostics, and communicating with clients both in person, by phone and by email.

Veterinary dermatology is unique amongst referral disciplines in fostering long-term relationships with clients and patients. It’s less about fixing our patients and sending them on their way, and more about managing their issues so that they and their owners can live their best lives. It’s also unique in that dermatology rarely presents with genuine emergencies, and this allows us all to have an enviable work-life balance.

In this role you will have the opportunity to travel across metropolitan and regional Queensland, providing dermatology referral services within specialist multi-disciplinary veterinary hospitals.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER 

• Part-time and Full-time positions available
• The opportunity to work with internationally renowned leaders in veterinary dermatology
• Training in dermatology specific diagnostic techniques
• Assisting in the use of cutting-edge technology including:
  • CO2 and diode lasers
  • MRI and CT
  • Video-otoscopy
• The ability to hone your communication skills during nurse specific consultations
• An above award wage commensurate with experience
• A four-day working week once probationary and training periods are complete
• No out of hours work

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• An enthusiasm for learning, and an understanding that there’s still a lot we don’t know
• The flexibility to move from one aspect of the role to another, and then back again
• A high level of competency in all areas of Veterinary Nursing, gained through a minimum of 2 years full-time as a qualified nurse
• Excellent communication skills to enhance our reputation with clients and referring vets alike
• A clean driving licence as travel to various centres in south-east Queensland is required
• An open-mindedness about what the role of a veterinary nurse is and can be

Internal Medicine Head Veterinary Nurse

CARE – Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency

• Permanent full-time basis
• Attractive above-award remuneration
• Fully equipped hospital with modern facilities
• An industry leading team based in the heart of Melbourne

The Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency (CARE) is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and conscientious nurse to lead the Internal Medicine Nurse team. If you are passionate about veterinary nursing and have the desire to grow your knowledge and abilities further, CARE will help you develop the skills and experience you need to excel!

About Us

CARE is a well-equipped, multi-specialist veterinary hospital located in Collingwood, in the heart of metropolitan Melbourne. It is a rapidly growing clinic with a busy and interesting caseload. We aim for gold standard patient care at all times and pride ourselves on our friendly, cohesive working environment. We strive for excellent relationships with our referring veterinarians and clients.

The Medicine team consists of two full-time and one part-time internal medicine clinicians, as well as our excellent support staff. We work closely with the specialist surgery and 24-hour emergency and critical care departments. Our priority is to provide outstanding patient care with compassion whilst maintaining exceptional clinical standards.

The Role

The internal medicine head nurse position is an exciting opportunity to extend and advance your nursing career. The role will comprise of clinical and administrative duties, responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Co-ordination of the daily operation and tasks of the medicine department through continuous and clear communication with senior members of all departments.
• Care of both hospitalised patients and outpatients, assisting in sample collection, sedation, preparation, restraint, and anaesthesia of medicine patients for further specialised diagnostics, such as ultrasound or endoscopy
• Daily communication with both clients and referring veterinarians.
• Optimise scheduling of appointments and procedures throughout the week.
• Working with the senior nurses in other departments to maintain cleanliness/hygiene and order of the hospital.
• Supervision and growth of the medicine nursing staff.
• Co-ordination of the medicine nursing roster.
• Monitoring of stock levels of medicine-only consumables
• Equipment maintenance.

Life at CARE

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• A rich and fulfilling career in a high-performing and well-regarded specialist and emergency centre.
• Competitive above-award remuneration, commensurate with skill level and experience.
• The excitement and challenges that come with our interesting and varied medicine caseload.
• Mentorship and opportunities for continuing professional development.
• A friendly and welcoming team of like-minded professionals.
• Relocation assistance and potential for visa sponsorship for international candidates.
• A workplace community that promotes employee wellbeing, satisfaction, and retention.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing free and confidential counselling on issues of work, money, family, health, and everything in between.
• Great staff amenities which include complimentary snacks, beverages, espresso coffee, and fresh fruit delivered weekly.
• Generous discounts on a range of hospital products and services.
• An easy commute to work, owing to our close proximity to multimodal public transport and major arterial freeways. Secure off-street staff car parking is available.
• A centrally located workplace in one of Melbourne's most exciting lifestyle precincts.

About You

The ideal candidate would have a Cert IV or higher in veterinary nursing. They would be professional, genuine, and personable, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. It is important that the successful candidate works well with our team and is able to adapt to and problem-solve any challenges that may come their way.  While previous referral hospital experience is preferred, previous leadership experience is advantageous but not essential; we will help you develop your leadership skills.

Interested? Apply now via the link!