Head of Veterinary Nurse

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal welfare organization in Singapore seeks a Head of Veterinary Nurse to manage and deliver high-quality animal healthcare. The role demands at least 5 years of veterinary nursing experience in a shelter setting, proven leadership skills, and strong organizational abilities. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical care, managing nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with veterinary regulations. Candidates must be passionate about animal welfare and possess an Advance Certificate in Veterinary Nursing.

Qualifications

• Minimum Advance Certificate in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of veterinary nursing experience, ideally in a shelter.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of veterinary nurses and assistants.
• Oversee daily clinical care including surgical preparation.
• Manage nursing staff scheduling and performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical procedures

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Compassionate

Education

Advance Certificate in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Job Responsibilites:

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

Interested candidates please send your resume with a cover letter and expected salary to [e-mail].

Please note that for all positions, you must be prepared to travel to 50 Sungei Tengah Road. Please check to make sure that the distance is not too far for you to travel before applying.

We regret that only short-listed applicants will be notified.