Head Vet Nurse Part time Thornleigh Veterinary Hospital RR-10243

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Full-Time Head Veterinary Nurse Thornleigh Vet Hospital | Sydney, NSW Are you an experienced veterinary nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Thornleigh Vet Hospital is looking for a passionate, experienced and motivated Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident senior nurse who loves clinical nursing, enjoys supporting a team and wants to play an important role in the day-to-day running and continued growth of a busy veterinary hospital. About the Role As Head Veterinary Nurse, you’ll be a key member of our leadership team, working closely with our veterinarians and nursing team to ensure our patients receive exceptional standards of care. Your role will include: Leading, mentoring and supporting our veterinary nursing team Coordinating the day-to-day nursing operations of the hospital Maintaining high standards of patient care, nursing protocols and workplace safety Supporting nurses with clinical cases, anaesthesia, surgery and hospitalisation Overseeing nursing workflows, rosters and delegation Assisting with staff training, onboarding and ongoing professional development Managing inventory, equipment and pharmacy requirements Helping develop and implement clinical protocols and processes Supporting a positive, collaborative and professional workplace culture Working alongside the practice leadership team to continually improve the hospital About You We’re looking for someone who is: A Cert IV Vet Nurse with minimum 3 years vet nurse experience Confident working in a busy hospital environment Passionate about high-quality patient and client care A natural leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others Highly organised, proactive and able to prioritise effectively Confident with anaesthesia, surgical nursing and hospitalised patients A strong communicator who works well within a team Calm and capable under pressure Professional, reliable and genuinely committed to the veterinary industry Previous leadership or senior nursing experience will be highly regarded. Why Join Thornleigh Vet Hospital? We want our team to enjoy coming to work and feel supported in doing their best. You’ll have the opportunity to: Lead a great nursing team Work with a supportive group of veterinary professionals who care deeply about their patients. Make a real difference Have a genuine voice in how the hospital operates and help shape our nursing standards and processes. Grow your career Develop your leadership and clinical skills with ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development. Be part of a supportive culture We value teamwork, communication, respect and looking after each other. Do meaningful work Provide excellent care to pets and support their families through every stage of their veterinary journey. Apply Now Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for the Head Veterinary Nurse position at Thornleigh Vet Hospital. Join us and help lead the next chapter of our nursing team.