Veterinary Nurse (Overnight shifts) - ARH Canberra

Animal Referral and Emergency Network; Canberra; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Career development

Staff discounts

Meaningful shifts

Job summary

Animal Referral and Emergency Network in Canberra is seeking an Overnight ECC Vet Nurse to cover Friday and Saturday shifts. You will work with specialists in Medicine and Surgery, supporting diagnostics, treatments and emergency procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, have 3+ years of clinical emergency or busy GP experience, and demonstrate calm under pressure with strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Minimum 3+ years clinical experience (Emergency or busy GP)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays on a rotating roster
• Commitment to professional growth and continuing education

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and hospitalised patients
• Support veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments and emergency procedures
• Monitor patients, administer medications and maintain accurate medical records
• Assist in surgical and critical care cases as required
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with clients during stressful situations
• Uphold hospital policies, infection control standards and safety procedures
• Contribute positively to team culture and knowledge sharing

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Under pressure

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Overnight ECC Vet Nurse | Friday & Saturday shifts

For those who thrive after dark - your next ECC opportunity awaits!

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love a clinical challenge and want to make a difference when it matters most, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Because exceptional care doesn't clock off when the sun goes down.

At ARH Canberra, you'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with specialists in Medicine and Surgery and collaborate with our Rehabilitation department for truly holistic patient care. This is where skill meets heart and chaos meets calm.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and hospitalised patients
• Support veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures
• Monitor patients, administer medications, and maintain accurate medical records
• Assist in surgical and critical care cases as required
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with clients during stressful situations
• Uphold hospital policies, infection control standards, and safety procedures
• Contribute positively to team culture and knowledge sharing

Our ideal candidate, will have:

• A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent qualification)
• Minimum 3+ years clinical experience (Emergency or within a busy GP!)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays as part of a rotating roster
• Commitment to professional growth and continuing education

We want to offer you:

• A Perm Part-time role with a competitive salary + benefits that actually mean something
• A supportive team that wants you to grow
• Ongoing education and career development
• Staff discounts on products and services (because your pets deserve a perk too)
• A real opportunity to make a difference - every single shift

Some of our most important moments happen after hours. Be there for them.