Lead Veterinary Nurse | Clinic Leadership & Hands-on Care

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

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.