Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary service provider in Drogheda seeks a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. This role offers an opportunity for newly qualified nurses and provides extensive support for professional development. Key responsibilities include patient care, surgery assistance, and ongoing learning opportunities in a supportive environment. Interested candidates should apply or reach out for an informal conversation.

Benefits

22 days annual leave

Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoptive leave

€600 annual CPD allowance

Funding for professional qualifications

Various employee benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible to register with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
• Experience in small animal practice is a bonus but not essential.
• New graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Work across consultations, surgical and theater nursing.
• Provide inpatient care and client support.
• Use a full range of nursing skills every day.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Commitment to patient care

Education

Eligible to register with the Veterinary Council of Ireland

Job description

Permanent, Full-time position (with the option of a 12-month FTC if preferred)

Salary €30,000-€40,000 commensurate with experience

At AllPets Veterinary Hospital, we’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our busy, friendly hospital team in Drogheda. This is a permanent role, but if a fixed-term contract better suits your circumstances, we’d be happy to discuss a 12-month FTC option.

This is a brilliant opportunity for both newly qualified nurses and those with some experience under their belt. We have the right support in place to help you grow in confidence and develop your skills, alongside opportunities for progression and fully funded postgraduate studies if you’d like to pursue them.

What the role looks like

You’ll be part of a well-established nursing team, working across consultations, surgical and theatre nursing, inpatient care, pharmacy and laboratory work, and client support. In short, you’ll have the chance to use the full range of your nursing skills every day. The rota is full-time (37.5hrs over 5 days) with weekends on a 1 in 6 basis, but no overnight work.

Who we’re looking for

You’ll need to registered (or eligible to register in 2025) with the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Experience in small animal practice is a bonus, but not essential – we welcome new graduates and can provide tailored support, including a clinical coach. What matters most is your enthusiasm, your willingness to learn, and your commitment to providing great patient care as part of a team.

Life at AllPets

Our hospital is home to 7 vets, 8 nurses, 3 ACAs, plus a supportive management and client care team. Many of our vets and nurses hold advanced certificates, and we encourage ongoing professional development with funded CPD, certificates, diplomas, or even PhDs. The hospital is fully equipped with digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house blood analysers, and separate cat and dog consult areas. We’re proud to be ISFM Gold Cat Friendly accredited and to offer referral services in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery and ultrasonography.

Most importantly, we work hard to create a positive, supportive culture. Regular case discussions, wellness advocates on the team, and a strong focus on work-life balance help to ensure everyone feels valued and supported. Drogheda itself is a lively town with excellent transport links, making it easy to enjoy both work and life outside the hospital.

What we offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package – subject to pro rata

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

Work life balance

• 22 days annual leave entitlement
• Birthday leave

Focus on employee wellbeing

• Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive leave packages
• Cycle to work scheme
• EAP and wellbeing centre access
• Company sick pay

Development

• €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata)
• Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies
• Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
• Leadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
• Career progression opportunities

Professional memberships

• VCI membership paid
• VDS cover paid

Additional benefits

• Pawesome benefits – various discounts including retails and virtual gym
• Employee pension contributions
• Discounted staff pet veterinary fees
• Free flu jabs
• Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)

Interested?

If you’re a Veterinary Nurse looking to take the next step in your career – whether you’re newly qualified or already experienced – we'd love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch for an informal chat.

Allpets Veterinary Hospital

Unit 3 & 4 Bloomsbury Centre, Donore Road, Drogheda, A92 KF67, Ireland

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.