Veterinary Nurse / Gisborne

SPCA; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

The opportunity to make a real diff er

Collaborative, development-focused and

Pet insurance and retail offers

Job summary

SPCA Gisborne Centre is seeking a qualified Veterinary Nurse for a permanent part-time role, working Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. You will provide professional vet nursing care across domestic, unsocialised and wildlife animals, and assist vets with surgeries.

You will maintain documentation, support foster carers and volunteers, uphold hygiene protocols, deliver enrichment and animal welfare programs, and build strong relationships with staff and suppliers.

Qualifications

• A recognised Veterinary Nursing qualification with current registration.
• Experience in a clinical setting (shelter medicine is a bonus).
• Strong organisational, communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to educate and support others in animal welfare best practices.
• Commitment to high standards of animal care, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional veterinary nursing care and support across animals and assist vets with surgeries.
• Prepare surgical environments and ensure accurate documentation and records.
• Support foster carers and volunteers in safe, consistent care.
• Maintain hygiene protocols and safe environment for animals, staff and public.
• Deliver animal enrichment and welfare programs per SPCA standards.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Clinical Experience

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Recognised Veterinary Nursing qualification

Job description

We have a rewarding opportunity for a qualified Veterinary Nurse to join our GisborneCentre. This is a p ermanent part-time working Wednesday and Thursday, 8.30 am – 5.00 pm.

You will p rovide professional vet nursing care and support across a variety of animals (domestic, un-socialised, and wildlife) and a ssist vets with surgeries, treatments and the preparation of surgical environments. You will e nsure accurate and timely completion of documentation, reports, and records and su pport foster carers and volunteers to provide safe and consistent care. You will m aintain hygiene protocols and ensure a safe environment for animals, staff, and the public.

You will deliver animal enrichment and health programs in line with SPCA’s welfare standards and b uild strong relationships with staff, volunteers, stakeholders, and suppliers.

ABOUT YOU

You’re a calm, confident, and compassionate vet nurse who thrives in a dynamic team. You’re ready to be hands-on, whether it’s prepping for surgery, advising a fosterer, or helping a scared stray feel safe.

Skills & Experience:

• A recognised Veterinary Nursing qualification with current registration.
• Experience in a clinical setting (shelter medicine is a bonus).
• Strong organisational, communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to educate and support others in animal welfare best practices.
• Commitment to high standards of animal care, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

OUR PURRRKS

As part of SPCA, you’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• The opportunity to make a real difference to animal welfare across New Zealand
• A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key.
• Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.
• Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Centres are a hive of activity where every day is dedicated to animal welfare, community connection and making a real difference. We have Centre Managers, Vets, Vet Nurses, Animal Attendants, Foster Coordinators, Customer Services Officers and everything in between. Our people are kind, resilient, customer centric and calm under pressure.

ABOUT US

The SPCA helps protect over 30,000 animals every year. By rescuing, rehabilitating, sheltering and advocating for animals, we are directly improving their lives. Our Animal Services teams run our 28 Centres, from Kerikeri to Invercargill and they are essential in us being able to do the work we do.

We have a diverse, inclusive and values driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences, so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply.

All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.