Emergency Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – 4-Day Week

Village Vets; Dublin; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

VCI Registration and VDS indemnity

Job summary

Village Vets Charlemont is seeking a qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our emergency team. You will provide continuous nursing care to critically ill or injured patients and support vets during emergencies.

Responsibilities include monitoring anaesthesia, post‑operative care, infection control, detailed record keeping, and clear communication with pet owners. The role is a 4‑day week with 1 in 3 Saturdays and 1 in 3 Sundays.

Qualifications

• Qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• 1+ years’ experience as a qualified RVN in small animal practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, monitoring vital signs and pain.
• Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, including triage, resuscitation, wound management, and surgery.
• Carry out essential medical procedures such as IV catheter placement, medications/fluids, and diagnostic tests.
• Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post‑operative recovery.
• Maintain infection control standards and a clean environment.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners about treatment and aftercare.
• Work with vets and support staff to deliver high‑quality emergency care.
• Keep detailed medical records and provide thorough handovers between shifts.

Skills

Emergency nursing

RVN experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

VCI RVN qualification

Job description

Village Vets Charlemont is seeking a qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join our emergency team. You will provide continuous nursing care to critically ill or injured patients and support vets during emergencies.

Responsibilities include monitoring anaesthesia, post‑operative care, infection control, detailed record keeping, and clear communication with pet owners. The role is a 4‑day week with 1 in 3 Saturdays and 1 in 3 Sundays.