Our Sydney Veterinary Hospital is currently looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to join our nursing team on a full-time basis.

Veterinary Nurses are an integral and valued part of our Veterinary Team, who are responsible for ensuring the wellbeing of animals in the care of RSPCA NSW.

The successful candidate will hold a valid Visa to work in Australia and must have a qualification as a Vet Nurse. You will be required to work on a rotating roster between the hours of 8am – 5pm, including weekends.

About RSPCA NSW

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals New South Wales (RSPCA NSW) is a not-for-profit animal welfare organisation. We provide a strong voice for animals experiencing cruelty and neglect. RSPCA NSW is committed to the care and welfare of animals, providing extensive professional facilities, including fully equipped veterinary hospitals and our state-wide shelter network, with approximately 500 staff across NSW to care for animals.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to WHEREFIT Discount Program (activewear, gyms, health supplements, meals and apparel)
• 40% Royal Canin Discount for your beloved pets
• Access to Converge Employee, Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP)
• 12 weeks Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Paid Community Service leave with SES or Rural Fire Service
• Animal Compassionate Leave
• Generous training and education opportunities and leave
• Pathways to our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) courses

About the Role

• Work a rotating roster across surgical, medical, intensive care, dental, isolation, orthopaedic, recovery and consulting nurse duties
• Conduct regular checks and record patient’s condition and vital signs
• Prepare and assist with medical procedures, including x-rays, ultrasounds and endoscopes
• Run laboratory tests using our fully equipped in-house laboratory
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and disease control
• Administer medications, provide exercise and environmental enrichment, and feed and water animals
• Monitor animal’s vital signs while under anaesthetic and in recovery, including blood pressure, temperature, C02 and 02, respiratory rate and heart rate, and be able to recognise and correct any concerns in a patient’s vital signs
• Contribute to our positive clinic culture

About You

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, essential
• Minimum 1 years’ professional experience in veterinary nursing (paid work)
• Valid Visa to work in Australia
• A commitment and interest in ongoing education
• Enthusiasm to work in all areas of veterinary nursing
• Prior animal-handling experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team
• An interest in animal welfare

Apply Now

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! Simply click ‘APPLY NOW’ to send in your resume.

RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment at [email protected] using the subject line: Veterinary Nurse - Sydney Veterinary Hospital enquiry via EthicalJobs and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting. Our recruitment team will respond to your email promptly.