Senior Lead Veterinary Nurse - Equine & Camel Care

Abu Dhabi Equine and Camel Hospital; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Visa sponsorship

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Résumé du poste

Abu Dhabi Equine and Camel Hospital in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Lead Nurse to head our nursing team and deliver exceptional care to horses and camels. You will blend clinical nursing with leadership, overseeing daily operations, rota management and training.

You will collaborate with veterinarians and the Head of Clinical Services, acting as the first point of escalation for nursing staff during emergencies and out-of-hours cases. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring shift work.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Nursing or related field.
• Any licence or registration required for practice in Abu Dhabi.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a veterinary nurse or technician, including at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Strong experience with horses, camels or other large animals in hospital or referral settings.
• Surgical, anesthetic, intensive-care and emergency nursing experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead, supervise and develop Veterinary Technicians and nurses across all shifts.
• Manage nursing rota, leave schedule and emergency cover.
• Set and uphold nursing standards, protocols and infection control practices.
• Oversee inpatient care, treatments, medication administration and accurate nursing records.
• Support surgery, anaesthesia, diagnostics and emergency cases.
• Manage stock levels, controlled-drug procedures and equipment standards.
• Train, assess and mentor nursing staff and students.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Infection control

Communication

English proficiency

Formation

Diploma/Degree in Veterinary Technology or Nursing

Description du poste

Abu Dhabi Equine and Camel Hospital in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Lead Nurse to head our nursing team and deliver exceptional care to horses and camels. You will blend clinical nursing with leadership, overseeing daily operations, rota management and training.

You will collaborate with veterinarians and the Head of Clinical Services, acting as the first point of escalation for nursing staff during emergencies and out-of-hours cases. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring shift work.