Lead Veterinary Nurse - Singapore

Purosearch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary referral hospital in Singapore is seeking a Senior Veterinary Nurse to join their Emergency and Critical Care team. The role involves hands-on emergency support, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring exceptional patient care. With a competitive salary range of £34,500 to £49,000, the hospital offers a 4-day work week, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This position is pivotal in a dynamic environment with a focus on advanced veterinary practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered veterinary nurse with experience in emergency and critical care.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and communicate clearly with clients.
• Experience with patient care in high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Triage new case admissions effectively.
• Support anaesthesia and monitor ICU patients.
• Provide empathetic communication with clients.
• Communicating effectively with clients.

Skills

Emergency veterinary care

Client communication

Mentorship

Patient restraint

Mentorship

Education

Registered veterinary nurse qualification

Tools

Anaesthesia monitoring equipment

Diagnostic imaging tools

Job description

Senior Veterinary Nurse – Emergency & Critical Care

Singapore | Leading Referral Veterinary Hospital | 4-Day Work Week

• Competitive Salary – Excellent compensation ranging from £34,500 to £49,000 DOE, reflecting seniority and experience
• Hands‑on Emergency & Critical Care – Frontline involvement in triage, anaesthesia support, ICU monitoring, and critical inpatient care
• Advanced Clinical Environment – Work with cutting‑edge diagnostic and therapeutic technology in Singapore’s leading referral hospital
• Leadership & Mentorship – Opportunity to train and support junior nurses and patient care assistants
• Professional Growth & Work‑Life Balance – 4‑day work week, robust CPD opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and employee discounts

Our client is Singapore’s premier referral veterinary hospital. Renowned for clinical excellence, the hospital boasts a multidisciplinary team of specialists in small animal surgery, internal medicine, neurology, exotic companion mammals, and cardiology. With cutting‑edge diagnostic and therapeutic technology, the team delivers compassionate, tailored care to every patient.

It’s 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) department is fully equipped to handle the most urgent and complex cases, staffed by highly skilled veterinarians and nurses who provide round‑the‑clock support. Beyond advanced medical and surgical services, the hospital also offers dedicated rehabilitation and hydrotherapy delivered by certified professionals—enhancing recovery outcomes and improving the overall wellbeing of pets and the families who love them.

About the Role

The Senior Veterinary Nurse will play a pivotal role within the Emergency and Critical Care team, contributing to exceptional patient outcomes in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. This position involves hands‑on support in triaging emergency admissions, assisting with anaesthesia monitoring, and managing the care of ICU patients. The nurse will also participate actively in radiography, surgical preparation, postoperative recovery, and the safe handling and restraint of patients.

Alongside clinical responsibilities, the role requires confident communication with clients, participation in in‑patient rounds, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. As a senior member of the team, the nurse will also mentor junior staff and uphold the hospital’s high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Triaging and assisting with new case admissions
• Supporting anaesthesia monitoring and emergency case recovery
• Assisting emergency veterinarians with inpatient and ICU care
• Monitoring critical patients in the ICU ward
• Performing radiographs
• Safely restraining patients for examinations and treatments
• Preparing patients for surgery, managing bandaging, and overseeing postoperative recovery
• Effective and empathetic client communication
• Attending in‑patient rounds and engaging in ongoing professional development
• Training and guiding junior nurses and patient care assistants

Working Hours

• Day shifts, 7am–7pm
• 4‑day work week
• Includes weekends and Public Holidays

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary: £34,000 – £49,000 DOE
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Employee discounts
• Robust professional development opportunities
• And more

To apply please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or email a copy of your up‑to‑date CV to [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don’t forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56352