Nurse Intern

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (Sash); Central Coast; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Service discounts and team events

Confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance

Supportive specialist team

Job summary

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is offering a Specialty Veterinary Nurse Internship Program for nurses with general practice experience. The 12-month contract includes rotating shifts, weekends, after hours, and public holidays within a referral and emergency care setting.

Ideal commencements will be from December 2026. The program rotates through Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Theatre (Anaesthesia), Ophthalmology, Hospital Care and Emergency/Critical Care, providing

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
• Have at least 6-12 months post qualification experience in a fulltime nursing position.
• Be a team player with creative problem-solving skills.
• Have a positive attitude and a willingness to develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Theatre (Anaesthesia) and Ophthalmology; Hospital Care; Emergency and Critical Care.

Skills

Team player

Creative problem solving

Positive attitude

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

• Develop your core skills in a specialist hospital
• Access to opportunities beyond the program!
• Full-time 12 month position rotating throughout the hospital

At SASH, we believe exceptional veterinary care is delivered by passionate and skilled individuals in a nurturing environment. Driven by the unique bond between animals and their owners, we are dedicated to helping pets and their families live their best life.
Our Speciality Nurse Intern Program is a fantastic opportunity for nurses with general practice experience to join our specialty team for a 12-month contract and build on your foundational knowledge in a referral and emergency care setting.
Ideal commencements will be from December 2026.

The Nurse Internship Program is designed to:

• Provide an understanding of multiple specialist departments with on-the-job training
• Build on your current knowledge and skill set while developing a deeper understanding of the specific roles and responsibilities within a specialist hospital setting.
• Facilitate the transition from supervised to independent specialist nursing
• Prepare you for future potential employment in a specialist hospital

Throughout the program, you’ll rotate through the following departments:

• Internal Medicine
• Oncology
• Dermatology
• Theatre (including Anaesthesia)
• Ophthalmology
• Hospital Care
• Emergency and Critical Care

These rotations will immerse you in each department, allowing you to challenge yourself and gain valuable experience. You’ll collaborate with a supportive team of experienced nurses and specialists, all dedicated to helping you grow and succeed!
This is a full-time 12-month position, which includes rotating shifts, weekends, after hours, and public holidays.
To be considered for this, candidates must:

• Hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• Have at least 6-12 months post qualification experience in a fulltime nursing position.
• Be a team player with creative problem-solving skills
• Have a positive attitude and a willingness to develop new skills

Why apply for a SASH Specialty Veterinary Nurse program?

Joining the SASH team means becoming part of a passionate group dedicated to your growth as a veterinary nurse. We support each other and strive to help everyone achieve their professional goals.

Benefits of this program include:

• Competitive hourly rates and penalties
• Access to veterinary service discounts and team events
• A team of supportive specialists, residents, interns, nurses and service support teams
• Confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program including financial, legal, nutrition, mental health and career support