Head of Veterinary Nurse

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent animal welfare organization in Singapore is seeking a Head of Veterinary Nurse to lead veterinary nursing services and oversee the delivery of animal healthcare at their Community Animal Clinic. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of veterinary nursing experience and proven leadership abilities. This role offers an opportunity to advocate for animal welfare while ensuring compliance with veterinary regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of veterinary nursing experience, ideally in a shelter setting.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support a team of veterinary nurses and assistants.
• Oversee daily clinical care and monitor animal health.
• Manage nursing staff scheduling and performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Veterinary nursing

Animal care

Clinical procedures

Communication skills

Education

Advance Certificate in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent

Tools

Veterinary medical equipment

Job description

The Head of Veterinary Nurse is responsible for leading veterinary nursing services and ensuring the effective delivery of animal healthcare at the SPCA’s Community Animal Clinic.

· Lead, supervise, and support a team of veterinary nurses and assistants.

· Oversee daily clinical care, including surgical preparation, post-operative recovery, and monitoring animal health and welfare.

· Assist veterinarians in diagnostics, treatments, surgical procedures, and humane euthanasia when necessary.

· Manage nursing staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.

· Monitor, procure, and manage veterinary medical inventory and supplies.

· Ensure proper maintenance, sterilization, and use of veterinary equipment.

· Implement and enforce infection control, biosecurity, and disease prevention protocols.

· Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) in collaboration with shelter management.

· Oversee nursing care for shelter animals, including wound management and intensive care.

· Coordinate shelter-wide vaccination, sterilization, and parasite prevention programs.

· Ensure compliance with local veterinary regulations and animal welfare standards.

· Promote best practices in animal handling and clinical care.

· Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of all animals under SPCA’s care.

· Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

· Provide support for ad-hoc events and SPCA-led initiatives as required

Job Requirements:

· Minimum Advance Certificate in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualifications/experience in animal care or veterinary support

· At least 5 years of veterinary nursing experiences, ideally in a shelter setting

· Proven leadership or supervisory experience

· Proficient in clinical procedures, surgical support, and aseptic

· Familiarity with veterinary medical equipment and hospital protocols.

· Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

· Compassionate, emotionally resilient, and able to work under pressure.

· Meticulous with excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

· Team-oriented with a passion for animal welfare and advocacy.

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

· Passion for animal welfare