Description Surgical Veterinary Nurse – Full Time North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre | Sydney North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is a boutique 24/7 referral hospital located in the heart of Sydney, providing advanced specialist and emergency care for our patients. We believe our people matter so we are committed to creating a supportive, positive workplace where our team can thrive while delivering outstanding care to patients and their families. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Surgical Veterinary Nurse to join our growing Surgery team on a full-time basis (part-time considered for the right candidate). Our Surgery department works closely with our Emergency and Internal Medicine teams and includes a VTS Anaesthesia Nurse, specialty-trained perioperative nurses and rotating interns, creating a highly collaborative and supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced referral setting, enjoys hands-on surgical nursing, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. What’s on offer: Full-time position (part-time considered) Weekday and weekend shifts, with some public holidays required On-going training and development through online training courses, face-to-face workshops and dedicated vet nurse programs Opportunity to develop advanced surgical and anaesthesia skills Work in a supportive specialist hospital with a collaborative nursing team Employee referral bonus’ Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits About the Role Our Surgery Nurses play a key role in the daily running of the surgical service, including: Assisting with a wide range of specialist surgical procedures Preparing and monitoring patients for anaesthesia and recovery Assisting with CT, radiography and diagnostic procedures Providing high-quality pre- and post-operative patient care Communicating with clinicians and other departments to coordinate patient care Supporting clients with clear communication and compassionate care About You We’re looking for someone who: Has strong surgical nursing skills and patient care experience Works well both independently and as part of a team Is highly organised with excellent time management Demonstrates professionalism, empathy and great communication Has experience with anaesthesia monitoring and care of critical patients Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician degree Has minimum 4 years’ experience in veterinary nursing Previous referral or specialist surgical experience is desirable but not essential. Interested? Apply now or contact Steph De Almeida for a confidential discussion: steph.dealmeida@vet.partners
