Veterinary Nurse

Entreinstitute; Mangawhai; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Entreinstitute in Mangawhai, New Zealand is seeking a Diploma qualified Veterinary Nurse with at least two years of experience. You will provide exceptional nursing care, assist in surgical procedures and conduct veterinary nurse consultations.

The successful candidate will be motivated and compassionate, eager to enhance customer experience and provide the best care. The practice invests in its team, offering training and career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in veterinary nursing.
• Ability to conduct veterinary nurse consults for pet healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Carry out veterinary nursing procedures under guidance.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor anaesthesia.
• Collect and submit diagnostic samples.
• Assist with X-rays and patient treatment.

Skills

Veterinary nursing procedures

Surgical assistance

Diagnostic sample collection

Patient monitoring

IV catheter placement

Consulting on pet healthcare

Education

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

About the role

We’re on the hunt for a Diploma qualified Veterinary Nurse, with at least two years experience, to provide exceptional nursing care and support to our patients.

What you’ll do

• Carry out veterinary nursing procedures under the guidance of our talented veterinarians
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor anaesthesia
• Collect and submit diagnostic samples
• Assist with X-rays.
• Patient monitoring and treatment.
• IV catheter placement
• Conduct veterinary nurse consults, offering pet owners guidance on pet healthcare, nutrition and wellbeing

About you

You’re a motivated, compassionate and positive individual who can effortlessly juggle a range of veterinary nurse tasks. With a can-do and will-do mindset, you consistently aim to enhance customer experience, ensuring the best care for your patients.

About us

We are a fast-growing mixed veterinary practice, providing services to both companion and production animals, with close to 50 employees. Formerly the Otamatea Veterinary Club, we are now operating as an independent practice. All of our owners work in the business, and we are well supported by the management team at Franklin Vets.

We invest in our team, and you will receive full training and support with opportunities to develop your veterinary nursing career.

How to apply

If you are keen to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embrace a lifestyle that combines a fulfilling career with the perks of coastal living, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter telling us more about you and what you will bring to the role.