ECC Veterinary Nurse - Part-Time Weekend Shifts

Village Vets; Kildare; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Pension

CPD funded

Gym subsidy

Pet health plan

Charity day

Indemnity fees paid

Bike to work

Maternity/paternity benefits

Job summary

Village Vets is seeking a qualified RVN registered with VCI for a part-time Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) role, working alternate weekends. You will join a busy, supportive ECC team delivering high-quality patient care.

You will support veterinarians during emergencies, handle triage, resuscitation, IV access, medications, diagnostics, anesthesia and post-operative care, while maintaining infection control and accurate records. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified and VCI registered RVN.
• Some years’ experience as a qualified RVN in small animal practice.
• ECC qualification is desirable.
• Experience in a busy emergency hospital or referral hospital is desirable.

Responsibilities

• 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 procedures such as placing IV catheters, administering medications and fluids, and performing diagnostics.
• Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post‑operative recovery for critical patients.
• Maintain infection control standards and a clean, sterile environment.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners, providing updates and guidance on treatment and aftercare.
• Work with vets, nurses, and support staff to deliver high‑quality emergency care.
• Help train and mentor junior team members in ECC protocols and techniques.
• Manage ECC equipment and stock levels to support efficient emergency response.
• Keep accurate medical records and provide thorough handovers between shifts.
• Stay engaged in continuing education to advance ECC skills.

Skills

RVN experience

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

VCI registered RVN

Job description

Village Vets is seeking a qualified RVN registered with VCI for a part-time Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) role, working alternate weekends. You will join a busy, supportive ECC team delivering high-quality patient care.

You will support veterinarians during emergencies, handle triage, resuscitation, IV access, medications, diagnostics, anesthesia and post-operative care, while maintaining infection control and accurate records. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.