ECC Veterinary Nurse

Veterinary Staff; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established veterinary clinic in Kildare is seeking a part-time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse to join its dedicated team. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of post-qualification experience and current VCI registration. This role offers night shifts every third week and the chance to provide critical care for patients in need. Send your CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, ideally in emergency or referral practice.
• Current registration with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
• At least 5 years small animal nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide round-the-clock care for critically ill animals.
• Monitor vital signs and administer treatments.
• Assist vets in emergency procedures.

Skills

Clinical and decision-making skills

Excellent communication abilities

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (VCI)

Postgraduate qualifications in ECC

Job description

Overview

Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse - Part Time

Location: Kildare

An established veterinary clinic in Co. Kildare is seeking a part-time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse to join its dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a brand-new Out of Hours service, ensuring 24/7 care for patients in need.

The successful candidate will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse (VCI) with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, ideally with a background in emergency or referral practice.

Role Details

• Part-time contract (3-day week)
• Night shifts every third week (Monday–Wednesday nights)
• Reporting to the Lead Vet

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional round-the-clock care for critically ill and injured animals
• Monitor vital signs, assess pain levels, and administer appropriate treatments
• Assist vets during emergency procedures, including resuscitation, wound management, and surgery
• Triage emergency cases and prioritize based on severity
• Administer medications, fluids, and nutritional support under veterinary supervision
• Assist with anesthesia and post-operative recovery care

Essential Criteria

• Current registration with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI)
• At least 5 years small animal nursing experience
• Strong clinical and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work independently

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in ECC
• Previous experience in a busy emergency or referral hospital
• Keen interest in night and weekend emergency work

Personal Qualities

• Professional, empathetic, and resilient
• Self-motivated and trustworthy
• High standards of clinical care and personal presentation

This role offers the chance to make a real difference for patients in critical need, while working within a supportive, progressive team environment.

Send your CV to [e-mail]