Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Allpets Veterinary Hospital; Ireland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Drogheda is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time position. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work culture. Ideal candidates are those who are enthusiastic, willing to learn, and committed to providing excellent patient care. The position includes various duties in a well-established nursing team, focusing on small animal care.

Benefits

22 days annual leave

Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

€600 annual CPD allowance

Company sick pay

Employee pension contributions

Various discounts for employees

Qualifications

• Must be registered or eligible to register with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.
• Experience in small animal practice is a bonus but not essential.
• Commitment to patient care as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Part of a well-established nursing team with various duties including consultations, surgical assistance, and inpatient care.
• Full-time hours with weekends on a 1 in 6 basis, no overnight work.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Patient care

Education

Registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
All Pets Veterinary Hospital, Drogheda

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 be 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. 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
• Paid bereavement leave
• 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.

€30,000-€40,000 DOE