Hospital Float Veterinary Nurse: Diverse Roles & Growth

Animal Referral and Emergency Network; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Referral and Emergency Network is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join as a Float Nurse, providing support across the hospital across Emergency, Surgery and other departments. The role requires flexibility, calm under pressure, and clear communication to ensure high standards of patient care.

You'll work with a collaborative multidisciplinary team, participate in ongoing education, and have opportunities for career progression within our state-of-the-art clinic in Canberra.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) required.
• Experience as Veterinary Nurse in Emergency/Referral or busy GP setting preferred.
• Ability to work across multiple hospital departments and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across the hospital as a Float Nurse, covering Emergency, Surgery and other departments as needed.
• Assist surgical teams and monitor anaesthetics as required.
• Care for hospitalized patients and respond quickly in busy periods.
• Collaborate with nursing teams to maintain high standards of patient care and workflow.

Skills

Veterinary nursing experience

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Animal Referral and Emergency Network is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join as a Float Nurse, providing support across the hospital across Emergency, Surgery and other departments. The role requires flexibility, calm under pressure, and clear communication to ensure high standards of patient care.

You'll work with a collaborative multidisciplinary team, participate in ongoing education, and have opportunities for career progression within our state-of-the-art clinic in Canberra.