Head Veterinary Nurse

Village Vets; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Paid charity day

Additional leave with service

VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity

CPD funding

Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

Bike to work scheme

Accommodation options available

Job summary

Village Vets in Ireland is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) to join a leadership-driven clinic. You will lead the nursing team, mentor staff, and work closely with the Lead Veterinary Surgeon to maintain high clinical standards and excellent patient care.

The role includes managing rosters, supporting surgeries and anaesthesia, overseeing clinical records, and ensuring compliance with health and safety.

Qualifications

• RVN with leadership experience in a veterinary setting.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop nursing staff.
• Strong organisational and communication skills in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the nursing team, fostering a high-performing environment.
• Assist with surgeries, anaesthesia, and treatments to a high clinical standard.
• Oversee patient care, medication protocols, and clinical records accuracy.
• Manage rosters, annual leave, and team scheduling.
• Monitor stock, costs and clinic resources; support monthly financial processes.
• Ensure compliance with clinical and health & safety standards.
• Oversee front-of-house operations and client experience.
• Conduct 1-2-1s and performance reviews; mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Communication

Clinical nursing

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

3+ years RVN experience

Job description

Report to: Lead Vet

Schedule: 5 day working week (40 hours, shift pattern), 1:4 Saturdays, 1:13 Sundays

Starting Salary €40,000 - €50,000 (Depending on experience) + 2k Sign On Bonus + Performance Bonus

Accommodation Options Available.

About the Role

This is a key leadership role within the clinic, working closely with the Lead Veterinary Surgeon to drive performance, standards, and team culture. Alongside hands-on nursing, you will lead the nursing team and support the smooth, efficient running of the clinic.

Duties include:

• Lead and support the nursing team, fostering a positive and high-performing environment
• Assist with surgeries, anaesthesia, and treatments to a high clinical standard
• Oversee patient care, medication protocols, and clinical record accuracy
• Manage rotas, annual leave, and team scheduling
• Monitor stock control, costs, and clinic resources
• Support financial administration and monthly processes
• Ensure compliance with clinical and health & safety standards
• Oversee front-of-house operations and client experience
• Conduct 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and team development
• Train and mentor new and existing nursing staff
• Support day-to-day operations and wider clinic objectives

About You

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
• Minimum of 3 years working as an RVN
• Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team
• Proven leadership or senior nursing experience
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Passionate about high clinical standards and patient care
• Confident mentoring and developing team members
• Proactive, reliable, and team-focused

What’s in it for You

• Health cash plan
• Paid charity day
• Additional leave with service
• VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
• Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland