Senior ECC Veterinary Nurse - CARE

Job description

Senior ECC Veterinary Nurse | CARE, Collingwood We are seeking a qualified Veterinary Nurse with substantial experience in Emergency and Critical Care nursing - additional qualifications preferred but not essential. You need to be clinically confident, calm under pressure, and capable of leading by example in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll be encouraged to take ownership of patient care, mentor junior nurses, and contribute to clinical decision-making, with ongoing opportunities to continue expanding your own advanced ECC skillset. This role is for you if you are already operating at a senior level - or ready to step confidently into one! What we offer at CARE: A genuinely nurse-led clinic that values and empowers nursing expertise Real opportunities to develop and exercise clinical leadership, including mentoring, coaching, and supporting junior nurses Strong support on advanced ECC skill-building with CE support. Exposure to specialists in emergency, medicine and surgery Part-time or full-time employment, with a mix of day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts to support work-life balance Generous remuneration, including significant shift loading for all non-weekday daytime hours This role will see you: Delivering a high standard of holistic nursing care to critically ill and injured patients, from triage through their entire CARE journey Acting as a senior clinical resource during shifts, supporting both nursing and veterinary teams Mentoring and guiding less experienced nurses to build confidence, skills, and clinical judgement Management of day flow to ensure productivity across the hospital Assisting with anaesthesia, advanced procedures, and surgery In-house laboratory testing, complemented by advanced diagnostic tools including ultrasound, endoscopy and CT Undertake specific front-desk duties outside of normal reception hours and provide clear, compassionate support to clients via telephone If you’re an experienced ECC nurse seeking a role that recognises your expertise, values your leadership, and invests in your continued growth - Apply now, we would love to hear from you!