Veterinary Nurse - Condell Park Clinic

RSPCA New South Wales; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and staff ben

Wide staff benefits access

Job summary

RSPCA NSW is opening NSW's first purpose-built HQHVSN clinic in Condell Park, offering desexing services for cats and dogs. The Veterinary Nurse will work in a fast‑paced surgical setting, supporting surgeons and a team of volunteers to ensure safe, high-quality care throughout the surgical journey, from pre-operative prep to post‑operative recovery.

The role focuses on developing surgical skills, maintaining exceptional patient care and contributing to improved animal welfare outcomes within a

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or BVetTech, with veterinary nursing experience.
• Practical experience in surgical nursing, anaesthesia and patient monitoring.
• Able to work in a busy, fast-paced veterinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with high-volume desexing procedures for cats and dogs.
• Prepare patients for surgery (pre-op assessment, IV catheter, anaesthetic prep).
• Monitor anaesthesia and provide perioperative nursing care.
• Support post-operative recovery and pain management.
• Prepare surgical instruments and maintain sterile environment.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control.
• Coordinate daily surgical procedures to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Provide compassionate care to animals throughout their surgical journey.

Skills

Surgical nursing

Anaesthesia

Patient care

Pre-operative assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology

Job description

Veterinary Nurse – Condell Park Clinic
Part-Time, 6-Month Contract

Be Part of Something Exciting – Join NSW's First Purpose-Built High-Quality, High-Volume Spay/Neuter Clinic!

Looking for a veterinary nursing role where you can develop your surgical skills, gain valuable hands‑on experience and make a real difference in animal welfare?

RSPCA NSW is excited to open NSW's first purpose-built High-Quality, High-Volume Spay/Neuter (HQHVSN) Clinic in Condell Park, dedicated to providing affordable and accessible desexing services for cats and dogs.

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Veterinary Nurse with experience in surgical nursing, anaesthesia and patient care who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-volume surgical environment.

This is not your typical general practice role! With a strong focus on desexing procedures, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your surgical nursing skills, build confidence and gain valuable experience in a specialised clinical setting.

As a Veterinary Nurse, you will play a vital role in supporting our veterinary team to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality surgical care while contributing to improved animal welfare outcomes.

Working alongside experienced HQHVSN veterinarians, veterinary nurses and highly trained volunteers, you'll help ensure every patient receives exceptional care throughout their surgical journey, from pre-operative preparation and anaesthesia through to post-operative recovery.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll play an essential role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of our high-volume desexing clinic while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and animal welfare.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting veterinarians with high-volume desexing procedures for cats and dogs.
• Preparing patients for surgery, including pre-operative assessments, intravenous catheter placement and anaesthetic preparation.
• Monitoring anaesthesia and providing high-quality perioperative nursing care.
• Supporting post-operative recovery, including patient monitoring, pain management and wellbeing.
• Preparing surgical instruments, equipment and operating areas to ensure efficient surgical workflows.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene, sterilisation and infection control.
• Supporting the coordination of daily surgical procedures to ensure safe and efficient patient flow.
• Providing compassionate care and handling of animals throughout their surgical journey.
• Working collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary nurses and volunteers to maintain a positive and supportive team environment.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, with previous experience in a veterinary nursing role.
• Has practical experience in surgical nursing, anaesthesia and patient monitoring.
• Is confident working in a busy, fast-paced veterinary environment.
• Has excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Is adaptable, proactive and eager to develop their skills in a specialised surgical environment.
• Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Communicates professionally and compassionately with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to animal welfare, patient safety and high-quality veterinary care.
• Ability to engage respectfully and empathetically with clients experiencing vulnerability or challenging circumstances

Brings a positive attitude, initiative and a willingness to contribute to the success of this exciting new clinic.

Why Join RSPCA NSW?

At RSPCA NSW, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving the lives of animals and supporting the communities that care for them.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new initiative and contribute to making desexing services more accessible and affordable across NSW.

You'll also enjoy:

• A supportive and collaborative team – Work alongside experienced veterinary professionals who share your passion for animal welfare.
• Specialised surgical experience – Further develop your skills in anaesthesia, surgical nursing and high-volume desexing procedures.
• Meaningful work – Help reduce unwanted litters and improve animal welfare outcomes.
• Professional development – Gain valuable hands‑on experience and continue building your confidence and clinical skills.
• Career opportunities – Be part of an organisation that values professional growth and development.
• We offer competitive remuneration and access to a wide variety of benefits available to RSPCA NSW staff.

Be Part of Something Meaningful!