Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Clonmel; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave (pro‑rata)

Birthday leave

Maternity/Paternity/Adoptive leave

Bereavement and sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

No OOH or Sunday shifts

Pension contributions

CPD allowance

Job summary

Southview Veterinary Hospital in Tipperary is hiring a dedicated veterinary nurse for a full-time, 39-hour week across 5 days, with a 1 in 3 weekend rota. Shifts run 8am–7pm, offering varied surgical, medical and clinical duties in a supportive team.

You’ll be registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland or eligible to register in 2026, with opportunities for professional development, a generous CPD package and a strong focus on patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• You will either be registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland or due to qualify in 2026 and eligible to register.
• A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for patient care are essential.
• This role is open to all experience levels, from newly qualified nurses to experienced RVNs.

Responsibilities

• Surgical and theatre nursing
• Medical and clinical care
• Inpatient monitoring and recovery
• Dentistry and radiography
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Infection control and dispensary management
• Client communication and education

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Clinical care

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Registered with Veterinary Council of Ireland

Eligible to register in 2026

Job description

Southview Veterinary Hospital, Tipperary

Full-time | Permanent

Salary €32,000-€40,000 DOE

A Rare Opportunity to Join a Clinically Driven Team

Opportunities within this practice don’t come around often - making this a truly unique chance to join a highly respected, clinically focused veterinary team. Whether you’re a 2026 graduate ready to launch your career or an experienced RVN seeking a fresh, progressive environment, this role offers the perfect balance of support, autonomy, and professional growth.

The Role: Varied, Hands-On & Rewarding

This is a full-time position (39 hours across 5 days) with a rotating 1 in 3 weekend rota. Shifts are rota based, scheduled between the working hours of 8am-7pm. You'll have opportunities across surgical and medical caseloads - rotated weekly ensuring a varied and exciting caseload.

• Surgical and theatre nursing
• Medical and clinical care
• Inpatient monitoring and recovery
• Dentistry and radiography
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Infection control and dispensary management
• Client communication and education

You’ll be trusted with genuine responsibility, while always supported by an experienced and collaborative team. Whether you're building confidence or expanding your expertise, you’ll be encouraged to develop at your own pace and truly feel part of the practice.

About The Practice

Southview Veterinary Hospital, established in 2003, has a long-standing history of treating small and large animals with a variety of ailments and injuries. Our practice has evolved greatly to keep up with the ever-advancing veterinary technology and services. We use high quality equipment to aid us in diagnosing, treating and managing any issue that may arise throughout the life of a pet or farm animal.

Our phenomenal team of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 4 Veterinary Nurses and 6 support staff are continuously advancing their own professional knowledge to allow our patients to benefit from the latest veterinary advancements and techniques. We offer specialty services in Ultrasonography, Canine Physiotherapy and Orthopaedics. Our state‑of‑the‑art hydrotherapy suite is run by our resident Veterinary Physiotherapist. We work closely with Paws and local TNR charities daily.

Our Tipperary practice is an hour from Cork, Limerick and Waterford cities with the Blueway cycle track and beautiful river Suir nearby.

About You

We are looking for a veterinary nurse who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team environment. You will either be registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland or due to qualify in 2026 and eligible to register.

A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for patient care are essential. You should be comfortable taking initiative, open to learning, and eager to contribute to a team that values collaboration and clinical excellence. This role is open to all experience levels, from newly qualified nurses looking to build confidence to experienced RVNs seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge.

Why Join Us?

We believe that investing in our people is the key to great patient care. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

Work Life Balance & Wellbeing

• 22 days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Birthday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
• Paid bereavement and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme & wellbeing centre access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• No OOH or Sunday shifts

Career Development

• €600 annual CPD allowance + 3 paid CPD days (pro-rata)
• Funding for Certificates, Diplomas, or even PhDs
• Bespoke Nurse Evolve & Graduate Nurse Academy programmes
• Leadership Academy for aspiring Head Nurses and Practice Managers
• Clear progression opportunities across the group

Professional Memberships & Financial Benefits

• VCI membership and VDS cover paid
• Employee pension contributions
• Annual salary reviews
• Discounted staff pet care across the entire IVC Evidensia network
• Retail and wellbeing discounts via our “Pawesome Benefits” platform
• Free flu jabs

Up to €40,000 DOE

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.