Head Veterinary Nurse – Leixlip, Co. Kildare

Veterinary Staff; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Gym membership subsidy

Funded CPD

Training platform

Additional annual leave

Enhanced parental benefits

Free pet health plan

Paid charity day

Sick pay

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Vet Office in Leixlip, Co. Kildare is seeking an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a newly renovated small animal clinic.

This role combines hands-on veterinary nursing with leadership responsibilities, offering a competitive salary of €40,000–€50,000, along with bonuses and benefits. Admissible candidates must be Registered Veterinary Nurses with at least 3 years’ experience and a passion for high clinical standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN).
• Previous senior nursing or leadership experience required.
• Passionate about maintaining high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and mentor the nursing team.
• Assist with surgeries, anaesthesia and treatments.
• Maintain high standards of patient care.
• Manage team scheduling and performance reviews.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

Leadership experience

Mentoring and development

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Leixlip, County Kildare – close to Dublin

€40,000–€50,000 DOE
€2,000 Joining Bonus + Annual Performance Bonus
Full Time | 40 hours/week
Newly renovated small animal clinic

The Vet Office is recruiting an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse for a newly renovated and well-established small animal clinic in Leixlip, Co. Kildare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVN ready to take the next step into leadership and clinic management, while remaining actively involved in clinical nursing.

The Clinic

You'll join a friendly, established team consisting of:

2 experienced Veterinary Surgeons
RVN
Animal Care Assistant
Front-of-House support

The clinic has recently been renovated and upgraded with modern equipment, while retaining a loyal and established client base.

Free parking is available, with shops, cafés and local amenities nearby.

The Role

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you'll work closely with the Lead Veterinary Surgeon and play an important role in the clinical standards, performance and culture of the practice.

Your responsibilities will combine hands-on veterinary nursing with leadership, including:

• Leading, supporting and mentoring the nursing team
• Assisting with surgery, anaesthesia and treatments
• Maintaining excellent patient-care standards
• Managing rotas, annual leave and team scheduling
• Conducting 1-to-1s and performance reviews
• Training and developing nursing team members
• Monitoring stock, costs and clinic resources
• Supporting clinic administration and monthly processes
• Ensuring clinical and Health & Safety compliance
• Supporting front-of-house operations and client experience
• Helping drive the overall performance and development of the clinic

Working Pattern

40 hours per week
Monday–Friday
1 in 4 Saturdays
1 in 12 Sundays – daytime OOH clinic

Salary & Bonuses

€40,000–€50,000 gross/year, depending on experience

PLUS:

€2,000 Joining Bonus
Annual Performance Bonus

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
• Has at least 3 years' RVN experience
• Has previous senior nursing or leadership experience
• Is confident mentoring and developing colleagues
• Has strong organisational and communication skills
• Enjoys combining clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities
• Is proactive, reliable and team-focused
• Is passionate about maintaining high clinical standards

Benefits

You'll also receive:

• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Gym membership subsidy
• Funded CPD and CPD allowance
• Certificate funding
• Training platform and webinar programmes
• Additional annual leave with service
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Free pet health plan
• Paid charity day
• Statutory sick pay
• Bike to Work Scheme

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you're an experienced RVN looking for more responsibility, career progression and the opportunity to lead a veterinary nursing team, we'd love to hear from you.

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Contact The Vet Office for a confidential conversation about the position.

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Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.