Lead Veterinary Nurse – 24/7 Emergency & Teaching

University of Adelaide; Roseworthy; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Adelaide is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse Team Lead for the Roseworthy Veterinary Hospital. The role combines advanced clinical nursing with leadership, overseeing a busy ECC nursing team and coordinating daily operations within a 24/7 rotating roster.

You will mentor colleagues, support clinical education, and participate in procedures, surgery, diagnostics and patient monitoring to maintain exceptional animal care.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
• 5 years of experience in veterinary nursing.
• Experience leading and supporting a nursing team in a veterinary/clinical environment.
• Proven ability in nursing support during procedures, examinations and surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a dedicated nursing team in a busy teaching hospital.
• Coordinate daily workloads and patient admissions/discharges.
• Collaborate with clinicians and client services to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Support clinical education and mentorship of future veterinary professionals.
• Contribute to maintaining high clinical standards and safe hospital operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical nursing

Communication

Time management

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology

5 years experience in veterinary nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical databases

Job description

University of Adelaide is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse Team Lead for the Roseworthy Veterinary Hospital. The role combines advanced clinical nursing with leadership, overseeing a busy ECC nursing team and coordinating daily operations within a 24/7 rotating roster.

You will mentor colleagues, support clinical education, and participate in procedures, surgery, diagnostics and patient monitoring to maintain exceptional animal care.