Veterinary Nurse - The Gables Vet Group

VetPartners; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Career Pathways

Training and Development

VNCA Membership

Health & Wellbeing Support

Discounts & Perks

Pet Benefits

Connected Community

Job summary

The Gables Vet Group in Canberra is seeking a motivated Veterinary Nurse for a full-time position. Join a collaborative team to deliver gold-standard patient care, support colleagues and contribute to daily clinic operations.

You will provide hands-on nursing, assist veterinarians with consultations, procedures and anaesthetic monitoring, mentor peers, uphold clinical protocols and help build positive client relationships.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Strong clinical nursing skills in a general practice.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve, working independently when required.
• Passion for delivering high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional nursing care and support to patients throughout their hospital stay.
• Assisting veterinarians with consultations, procedures, surgeries and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Supporting, mentoring and sharing knowledge with fellow nursing team members.
• Helping coordinate daily nursing operations and ensuring the smooth running of the clinic.
• Maintaining high standards of patient care, cleanliness and clinical protocols.
• Taking initiative and identifying opportunities to improve workflows and nursing processes.
• Delivering outstanding customer service and building positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Strong clinical nursing skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Initiative & problem-solving

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Veterinary Nurse – The Gables Vet Group

Are you a Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and supporting those around you? Are you ready to take on a role where you can make a real difference, share your knowledge and help shape a positive team environment?

The Gables Vet Group is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who enjoys taking initiative, supporting their colleagues and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of a veterinary practice. You'll have the opportunity to utilise your clinical skills, support the development of other nurses and play an important role in maintaining high standards of patient and client care.

About the Role

As our Veterinary Nurse, you will be an important part of the nursing team, combining hands-on clinical nursing with leadership, organisation and team support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing exceptional nursing care and support to patients throughout their hospital stay.
• Assisting veterinarians with consultations, procedures, surgeries and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Supporting, mentoring and sharing knowledge with fellow nursing team members.
• Helping coordinate daily nursing operations and ensuring the smooth running of the clinic.
• Maintaining high standards of patient care, cleanliness and clinical protocols.
• Taking initiative and identifying opportunities to improve workflows and nursing processes.
• Delivering outstanding customer service and building positive relationships with clients.

About You

We're looking for someone who leads by example, enjoys being part of a team and is passionate about delivering gold-standard veterinary care.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or an equivalent qualification.
• Strong clinical nursing skills and confidence in a general practice environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to take initiative, problem-solve and work independently when required.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a genuine passion for patient care.
• The ability to support and encourage fellow team members.
• A strong commitment to delivering exceptional care to patients and clients.
• Previous nursing experience is preferred, but not essential.

What We Offer

We believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where our team members feel supported, valued and have opportunities to grow.

Some of the benefits you'll enjoy include:

• Real Career Pathways – Develop your clinical skills, explore specialist interests or grow into leadership roles.
• Training and Development – Access to online training courses, face-to-face workshops and dedicated vet nurse programs
• Professional Memberships – We'll cover the cost of your professional membership with the VNCA.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Access 24/7 EAP support through Sonder, a Mental Health First Aid network and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.
• Everyday Discounts & Perks – Enjoy savings on fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment and more.
• Pet Benefits – Exclusive discounts on veterinary services and products for your own pets.
• Connected Community – Become part of a supportive network of veterinary professionals across Australia and New Zealand.