Veterinary Nurse (Overnight shifts) - ARH Canberra

Greencross Vets; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on products and/or pet

Education and career development

Job summary

ARH Canberra is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join the overnight team, delivering high-quality nursing care to emergency and hospitalised patients. This fast-paced role thrives after dark.

You will work shoulder-to-shoulder with specialists, supporting veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments and emergency procedures, while monitoring patients and keeping accurate medical records. Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
• 3+ years clinical experience in emergency or busy GP.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays as part of a rotating roster.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

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

Emergency nursing

Teamwork

Communication

Under pressure

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Veterinary Nurse (Overnight shifts) - ARH Canberra

• Full-time

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 perktoo)
• A real opportunity to make a difference -every single shift

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