Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse, Full Time

Village Vets; Cork; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Gym membership subsidy

Free pet health plan

Paid charity day

Additional leave with service

VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity

CPD funding

Bike to work scheme

Job summary

Village Vets in Douglas, Ireland seeks an orthopaedic veterinary nurse to support shaping the service and deliver outstanding patient care. You will be involved in theatre nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, post‑operative care, and rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients.

You’ll work with the veterinary surgeon to administer treatments, undertake minor procedures where permitted, and guide owners through treatment plans and aftercare while maintaining high clinical standards and a compassionate

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse (VCI registered or eligible).
• Experience or strong interest in orthopaedics.
• Excellent patient care and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• 3+ years of Orthopaedic experience essential.
• Strong interest in progressive, team‑focused practice.
• Excellent communicator with organisational and time‑management skills.
• Confident in clinical decision‑making and able to work autonomously or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• In theatre nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, post‑operative care and rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients.
• Administer treatments (injections, medications, fluids, dressings, first aid) as directed by the veterinary surgeon.
• Undertake minor surgical procedures where permitted.
• Support consultations and maintain high clinical standards.
• Ensure a smooth patient journey from admission to discharge.
• Communicate clearly with clients to explain treatment plans and aftercare.

Skills

Orthopaedics

Teamwork

Communication

Decision making

Autonomy

Patient care

Education

VCI registration

Job description

Location:Douglas
Reports to: Lead Vet
Salary:€32,000 - €40,000

About the Role

This is an ideal opportunity for an orthopaedic veterinary nurse to support shaping the future of the service in your clinic and deliver outstanding patient care within a progressive and encouraging environment.

You’ll be involved in theatre nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, post-operative care, and rehabilitation of orthopaedic patients.

You’ll administer treatments (e.g. injections, medication, fluid therapy, dressing, first aid, euthanasia) as directed by the veterinary surgeon and where permitted, undertake minor surgical procedure.

You’ll play a key part in client communication, helping owners understand treatment plans and aftercare, while working closely with the wider team to provide a compassionate and professional service.

The role also includes supporting consultations, maintaining high clinical standards, and ensuring a smooth patient journey from admission to discharge.

About You

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse (VCI registered or eligible)
• Experience or strong interest in orthopaedics
• Excellent patient care and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a busy clinical environment
• VCI Registered nurse with 3+ years of Orthopaedic Experience Essential.
• A strong interest in working within a progressive, team‑focused practice
• Excellent communicator with strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Confident in clinical decision‑making and able to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• Professional, well‑presented, self‑motivated, and trustworthy in all aspects of veterinary nursing
• Previous small‑animal practice experience
• Desirable- further VN training/qualifications

What’s in it For You… At a Glance

In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:

• Health cash plan
• Pension scheme
• Gym membership subsidy
• Free pet health 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
• Statutory sick pay
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
• Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland.