Veterinary Nurse

Topic Newspapers Ltd.; Kinnegad; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Topic Newspapers Ltd. is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated team in Kinnegad. The role involves providing essential nursing duties such as consultations, inpatient management, and surgical support, ensuring the highest care for small animals.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a veterinary nurse, strong organisational skills, and a genuine interest in animal welfare. Our well-equipped clinic offers a collaborative work environment with a commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary nurse experience working with small animals.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Genuine interest in animals and their care.

Responsibilities

• Nurse consultations.
• Manage inpatients and surgical preparation.
• Provide anaesthesia support.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Joe O’Keeffe Veterinary Clinic is an independent five vet clinic based in Kinnegad, Co, Westmeath. We are dedicated to ensuring all animals, large or small, receive the highest quality care from staff who are dedicated to animals health and well-being.

The practice is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our team in Kinnegad to provide administrative and nursing duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Nurse consultations
• Inpatient management
• Surgical preparation and discharge
• Anaesthesia support
• Laboratory work
• Post treatment follow up and support
• Reception cover and Admin duties as required
• Maintain and update documentation and records in accordance with company standards.

Our fully equipped clinic with Biochem/Haematology equipment, Digital X-Ray, Ultrasound, Dental machine and Gas Anaesthesia on site, opens from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday for small animals.

Required Experience

• Previous veterinary nurse experience working with small animals.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication and customer service skills with excellent written and spoken English.
• A proactive and problem‑solving mindset, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A genuine interest in animals and a their care.