Experienced Veterinary Nurse, Full Time, Rathfarnham

Village Vets -
DUBLIN 16, County Dublin

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Job details

Full-time
€31,000–€38,000 a year
9 hours ago

Benefits

Bike to work scheme
Gym membership
Sick pay

Qualifications

Vital signs
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Location: Rathfarnham
Reports to: Head Nurse

Schedule: FT over 4 days, 1in4 Saturdays and 1 in 13 Sundays
Salary: €31,000-€38,000

About the Role

Provide continuous, attentive nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, monitoring vital signs and assessing pain levels

Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, including triage, resuscitation, wound management, and surgery

Carry out essential medical procedures such as placing IV catheters, administering medications and fluids, and performing diagnostic tests

Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post‑operative recovery for critical patients

Maintain strict infection control standards and ensure a clean, sterile environment

Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners, providing updates and guidance on treatment and aftercare

Work closely with vets, nurses, and support staff to deliver cohesive, high‑quality emergency care

Help train and mentor junior team members in

Keep detailed, accurate medical records and provide thorough handovers between shifts

About You

Qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

2+ years’ experience as a qualified RVN in small animal practice

This role demands strong clinical skills, resilience, and compassion to deliver high-quality care to patients in urgent need

Highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Passionate about delivering gold-standard patient and client care

What’s in it For You… At a Glance

In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

VCI and VDS fees paid

Gym membership subsidy

Free pet health plan

Paid charity day

Funded CPD

Statutory sick pay

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland

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