ECC Night Veterinary Nurse, Part Time, South Dublin

Village Vets; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HSF Health Plan

Pension scheme

VCI registration & indemnity

Paid charity day

Additional leave with service

Funded CPD & training

Job summary

Village Vets Dundrum is seeking a qualified RVN to join our busy emergency care team. You will provide continuous nursing support for critically ill patients, monitor vitals, assist veterinarians in emergencies, and manage anesthesia and post-operative care.

You will also mentor junior staff, maintain infection control, and ensure accurate record-keeping. The role offers a part-time schedule with shift coverage including nights and weekends, a comprehensive benefits package, and ongoing CPD

Qualifications

• RVN qualified and registered (VCI) in Ireland.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a qualified RVN in small animal practice.
• ECC qualification desirable.
• Experience in busy emergency hospital or referral setting is advantageous.
• Strong clinical skills, resilience and compassion are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, attentive nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, monitoring vital signs and pain levels.
• Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, including triage, resuscitation, wound management and surgery.
• Carry out essential medical procedures such as placing IV catheters, administering medications and fluids, and performing diagnostic tests.
• Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post-operative recovery for critical patients.
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure a sterile environment.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners and provide updates on treatment and aftercare.
• Work with vets, nurses and staff to deliver high-quality emergency care.
• Mentor junior team members in ECC protocols and techniques.
• Manage ECC equipment and monitor stock levels.

Skills

ECC nursing

Vital signs monitoring

Anesthesia support

Team player

Client communication

Education

RVN registration

Tools

Critical care equipment

Job description

Location: Dundrum

Reports to: Head Nurse

Schedule: Part-time, Mon–Thurs: 4 nights, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 3 nights on a 1-in-6 rota

Salary: €37,500 - €44,000 DOE

Sign on Bonus: €3,000

About Village Vets Dundrum:

Village Vets Dundrum, located in South Dublin, joined the Village Vets family in 2013. Recent renovations and an extension to the clinic have created an improved space for both the team and their patients, supporting the growing practice and enabling the team to continue delivering high-quality veterinary care.

About the Role

• Provide continuous, attentive nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, monitoring vital signs and assessing pain levels

• Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, including triage, resuscitation, wound management, and surgery

• Carry out essential medical procedures such as placing IV catheters, administering medications and fluids, and performing diagnostic tests

• Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post‑operative recovery for critical patients

• Maintain strict infection control standards and ensure a clean, sterile environment

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners, providing updates and guidance on treatment and aftercare

• Work closely with vets, nurses, and support staff to deliver cohesive, high‑quality emergency care

• Help train and mentor junior team members in ECC protocols and techniques

• Manage and maintain ECC equipment and monitor stock levels to support efficient emergency response

• Keep detailed, accurate medical records and provide thorough handovers between shifts

• Stay engaged in continuing education to maintain and advance your ECC skills

About You

• Qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

• 5+ years’ experience as a qualified RVN in small animal practice

• Further qualification specific to ECC is desirable

• Previous experience working in a busy emergency hospital and/or in a referral hospital is desirable

• This role demands strong clinical skills, resilience, and compassion to deliver high-quality care to patients in urgent need

• Highly motivated, hard-working, and a team player

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Passionate about delivering gold-standard patient and client care

What’s in it For You… At a Glance

In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:

• HSF Health Plan

• Pension scheme

• VCI registration and VCR Indemnity

• Paid charity day

• Additional leave with service

• Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding

• Gym membership subsidy

• Free pet health plan

• Paid charity day

• Statutory sick pay

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits

• Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland