Graduate Veterinary Nurse — Grow with a Supportive Team

Lever, Inc.; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance

Employee pension contributions

Discounted staff pet veterinary fees

Job summary

Kilcoole Vets is excited to welcome applications from graduates and junior veterinary nurses to build confidence and clinical skills in a friendly, supportive team. This hands-on role covers anaesthesia monitoring, surgical prep and a range of nursing duties, with opportunities for learning, mentoring, and professional growth within a 100% small animal practice.

The practice offers a competitive salary of €32,000 and a strong focus on work-life balance, flexible part-time or full-time

Qualifications

• VCI Registered Veterinary Nurse or student eligible for registration in 2026.
• Confident with animal handling and clinical nursing duties.
• Strong teamwork and communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on nursing across a broad range of duties.
• Anaesthesia monitoring and theatre preparation under supervision.
• Inpatient care, medication management and discharge follow-ups.
• Support with reception, cattery duties and day-to-day operations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection control.

Skills

Animal handling

Anaesthesia monitoring

Inpatient nursing

Client communication

Education

VCI Registered Veterinary Nurse

Student nurse eligible for registration

Job description

Kilcoole Vets is excited to welcome applications from graduates and junior veterinary nurses to build confidence and clinical skills in a friendly, supportive team. This hands-on role covers anaesthesia monitoring, surgical prep and a range of nursing duties, with opportunities for learning, mentoring, and professional growth within a 100% small animal practice.

The practice offers a competitive salary of €32,000 and a strong focus on work-life balance, flexible part-time or full-time