Location: Village Vets Castleknock
Reports to: Head Nurse / Lead Vet
Schedule: 4 Day Week, 1 in 3 Saturdays, 1 in 13 Sundays in Village Vets Ashbourne
Salary: €31,000
About the Role
You will be supported by experienced nurses, vets, and a dedicated Head Nurse, with structured guidance, mentoring, and opportunities for ongoing learning. You will play an important role in patient care and client experience while developing your clinical and professional skills in line with Village Vets’ standards and the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
- Support vets with procedures including anaesthesia, diagnostics, and surgery under supervision.
- Administer treatments and provide high-quality nursing care to patients and inpatients.
- Maintain excellent hygiene standards and accurate clinical records, including medication handling.
- Assist with front-of-house duties and stock control as needed.
- Develop clinical skills through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
- Promote Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to clients.
- Complete ad hoc nursing or administrative duties and contribute to an outstanding client experience through teamwork and professionalism.
About You
- Qualified or soon-to-qualify RVN with eligibility for VCI registration.
- Keen to work in a progressive, supportive small animal practice; previous placement experience is an advantage.
- Good communication skills with a professional, caring approach to patients and clients.
- Willing to learn and develop clinical skills, with growing confidence in basic nursing care.
- Able to work well in a fast-paced environment with good organisation and time management.
- A reliable team player who is enthusiastic, motivated, and happy to ask for support when needed.
What’s in it For You… At a Glance
In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:
- Health cash plan
- Pension scheme
- Gym membership subsidy
- Free pet health plan
- Paid charity day
- Additional leave with service
- VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
- Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
- Statutory sick pay
- Bike to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
*You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland*
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Location: Village Vets Castleknock
Reports to: Head Nurse / Lead Vet
Schedule: 4 Day Week, 1 in 3 Saturdays, 1 in 13 Sundays in Village Vets Ashbourne
Salary: €31,000
About the Role
You will be supported by experienced nurses, vets, and a dedicated Head Nurse, with structured guidance, mentoring, and opportunities for ongoing learning. You will play an important role in patient care and client experience while developing your clinical and professional skills in line with Village Vets’ standards and the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI).
- Support vets with procedures including anaesthesia, diagnostics, and surgery under supervision.
- Administer treatments and provide high-quality nursing care to patients and inpatients.
- Maintain excellent hygiene standards and accurate clinical records, including medication handling.
- Assist with front-of-house duties and stock control as needed.
- Develop clinical skills through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
- Promote Pet Health Plans and Pet Insurance to clients.
- Complete ad hoc nursing or administrative duties and contribute to an outstanding client experience through teamwork and professionalism.
About You
- Qualified or soon-to-qualify RVN with eligibility for VCI registration.
- Keen to work in a progressive, supportive small animal practice; previous placement experience is an advantage.
- Good communication skills with a professional, caring approach to patients and clients.
- Willing to learn and develop clinical skills, with growing confidence in basic nursing care.
- Able to work well in a fast-paced environment with good organisation and time management.
- A reliable team player who is enthusiastic, motivated, and happy to ask for support when needed.
What’s in it For You… At a Glance
In addition to our fabulous teams and supportive environments, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports our team’s wellbeing, growth, and families:
- Health cash plan
- Pension scheme
- Gym membership subsidy
- Free pet health plan
- Paid charity day
- Additional leave with service
- VCI Registration and VDS Indemnity fees paid
- Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
- Statutory sick pay
- Bike to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
*You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland*
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