Veterinary nursing
For information on placing a classified in the Veterinary Ireland Journal, email vetclassified@ifpmedia.com
Having already introduced a Voluntary Code of Practice in 2016,
the National Council of Veterinary Ireland, at its meeting of May 25, 2017, ratified an updated 'Code of Practice for Advertising
Positions in the Veterinary Ireland Journal (VIJ) Classifieds' for
those placing classified advertisements for jobs in the VIJ, both online and in the monthly, print Journal.
The National Council has agreed that under the updated Code, the following details are required to be included in all Classifieds in the VIJ, where positions are being offered:
- Name of the person/practice placing the ad; and
- Town and county in which the person/practice is based.
In addition, where applicable, the following could also be included:
- Type of job being advertised, eg. mixed practice/companion animal/large animal/equine/exotics and full-Time/part-time/locum/maternity leave, etc.;
- Experience required, eg. suitability of job for new or recent graduate/ experienced veterinary surgeon;
- Transparent contact details: ie. personal/practice email address and/or personal/practice telephone contact details (mobile/landline);
- Salary/remuneration where applicable;
- Annual leave and public holiday arrangements;
- Breakdown of work offered, eg. 50% large animal/50% small animal, etc.;
- Rota and out-of-hours arrangements; and
- Additional information about position, eg. accommodation; telephone; CVE allowance; vehicle/fuel allowance; Veterinary Ireland membership/VCI/VDS fees, etc.
An example might be:
“Full-time vet required to join four-vet, Anytown Veterinary Hospital, Anytown, Anycounty. 50% LA/30% SA/20% equine. Experience preferred, new graduate considered. Equal share one-in-four rota. Competitive salary depending on experience. Off-site accommodation available. Vehicle provided with fuel allowance. Five days funded CVE allowance, four weeks' annual leave. VCI and VDS fees funded. For further information please contact:
j.bloggs@anytownvethosp.ie”
The updated Code is now being implemented by Veterinary Ireland and IFP Media and all those advertising job vacancies are requested to comply with this Code of Practice.
Please note that any classifieds not complying with this Code will NOT be included in the print edition of the VIJ or included on the VIJ website. The continued cooperation of all those using the VIJ's Classifieds section in following this Veterinary Ireland Code of Practice is appreciated by Veterinary Ireland and its members.
VETERINARY NURSING
Please note: Following communications from the Veterinary Council of Ireland, advertisers in the veterinary nursing section are reminded that “acts of veterinary nursing can only be carried out by a Registered Veterinary Nurse” and that the wording of classified in this section should not confuse veterinary nursing position with other non-registrant positions such as “animal care assistants”.
RVN
Mulcair Veterinary Clinic, an XLVets practice, in Newport, Co. Tipperary, have vacancy for an enthusiastic full-time companion animal RVN to join our team. Our growing workload has resulted in our moving to a spacious modern premises. Eye Vet runs a referral ophthalmology service from the premises and working with referral clients will be part of the job. Usual perks. Contact
jobs.mulcairvets@gmail.ie
RVN
Deise Vets require a RVN. Full-time position over four weekdays with one-in-two Saturday mornings. We have a friendly dedicated team and are keen to welcome an enthusiastic nurse eager to progress their skills and contribute to a good working environment. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to patient care and client communication. VCI and VDS fees covered and we are happy to encourage and fund CPD. Uniforms provided. Experience, although preferred, is not essential. Competitive rate of pay commensurate with experience. Contact deisevetmairead@gmail.com
RVN
Blanchardstown Veterinary Hospital are seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join our friendly and supportive team. Salary €28-€35k FTE, paid maternity leave, certified sick pay. VCI and generous CPD allowance and 22 days per year annual leave. Would suit new graduate or nurse with experience. Send cover letter and CV to admin@anicare.ie
RVN
Riverview Veterinary Group seeks to appoint a veterinary nurse to join our first opinion/ referral practice (orthopaedic/neurosurgery/soft tissue) team in Ballincollig. We cater for everything from Avians to Zebras. This is a full-time position, with an excellent salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include contributory employer pension, enhanced maternity/paternity leave included. Career development supported with generous CPD allowance and certificate study where appropriate. VCI, VDS and one other subscription paid. CVs to msexton@riverview.ie
RVN
Be part of a phenomenal team. Animal Care Hospital, Douglas, Cork, has an opening for an enthusiastic, motivated RVN to join our team. Full-time, permanent. 40 hours per week. No OOH. Salary up to €33K, robust benefits package. Fully funded certificates, Enhanced Annual Leave, Generous CPD allowance and more! Email lydia.madigan@animalcarehospital.ie
RVN
Archersfield Veterinary Clinic, Kilkenny. Full-time/part-time RVN/Receptionist required to join our team of four vets, one nurse. Independently owned. Experience preferred but not essential as the role involves both SA and LA. Mod cons include blood machines, digital x-ray, dental machine and ultrasound. Suitable candidate will be required to work four hours on Saturday mornings. Apply with CV to vetjob2022@gmail.com
Reproduction VN
Reproduction Veterinary Nurse required. Unique opportunity for a RVN to become highly specialised and focus their career. Training and support are provided. Full-time, permanent position 39 hours 5 days/week. Shifts 8:30am-5:30pm with 1/3 weekend shifts. Salary up to €40,560 DOE plus attractive benefits. CVs to manager@southviewvets.com
RVN
RVN full-time permanent position. Blue Coast Veterinary Clinic. Minimum two years’ experience. No OOH. 36 hours per week, four days per week and one-in-two Saturday mornings. Hourly rate plus overtime paid, salary up to €34,000/year DOE. VCI/VDS paid, CPD funded and encouraged. Duties would include SA medical/surgical nursing with reception/day-to-day practice management. Our dedicated team needs a nurse with excellent communication skills and strong ethic, focused on our patients’ care and wellbeing. CV, cover letter and enquiries to savetpractice13@yahoo.ie
Part-Time RVN - Maternity Cover
Blue Coast Veterinary Clinic is seeking a RVN to cover a maternity leave. Part-time position, 100% SA, nursing and reception duties, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am-6.30pm, one-in two Saturdays 8.30am-1.30pm. No OOH. New graduates and experienced nurses are welcome to apply. Salary DOE, uniforms provided, VCI registration and VDS insurance paid. Contact Johanna at savetpractice13@yahoo.ie
RVN
RVN required. Parklands Veterinary Group are opening a new branch in Drumahoe, Derry/Londonderry. New state-of-the-art premises and the support of a vastly experienced team. Salary £26k plus benefits. Contact Andrew +44 79 8030 1465. Email Andrew.turkington@parklandsvets.co.uk
Head Nurse
Highfield Veterinary Maynooth seeks a full-time Head Nurse. This is an opportunity to join the Highfield family where all your skills will be put to use. Dynamic and supportive teams, dedicated mentors, staff social events, monthly in-house clinical clubs and further education is all part of our culture. We offer the latest in diagnostic equipment, competitive salaries, maternity benefit, contributed pensions, generous holiday allowances, birthday leave and professional fees will be paid. No Sundays, Bank holidays or OOH. Apply to sarah@highfield.ie
RVN
Full-time/part-time RVN for mixed practice. Independently owned. All mod cons including blood machines, digital x-ray, dental and ultrasound. Paid CPD days included in package, VCI fees covered. Experienced nurse or new grads welcome. Saturday 1:3 but only four hours. No OOH. Salary commensurate with experience. For further information email vandonnellan@hotmail.com
RVN
Mullingar Pet Hospital is seeking an RVN for a part-time, permanent position in their busy, first opinion SA hospital. Minimum of 16+ hours per week. No OOH. Fully funded certificates. Work-life balance with a strong focus on employee wellbeing. Attractive benefits included. Salary €30,000 subject to pro rata. Email elizabeth.mahon@mullingarpethospital.ie
SA RVN
RVN sought for full-time position for a purpose built, independently owed SA Hospital in Dublin 15. Full team support with full-time receptionists and ACA's. VCI and VDS paid. Salary up to €38k DOE. CPD allowance. No OOH, one-weekend-in-three with good lieu time. Practice equipment includes dental and digital x-rays, laser therapy, full in-house laboratory, drip pumps, ultrasound, pulse oximeters. Please email CV to vickie@caravetgroup.com
RVN
Oran Veterinary Clinic seeks a full-time veterinary nurse to join our team. We are a busy small animal practice in Oranmore, Co. Galway. Salary commensurate with experience. Please forward CV or any queries to oranvetclinic@gmail.com
RVN
Clonmel Vet Clinic in Tipperary is looking to hire an additional RVN to add to the team (our group presently has six vets, two nurses and five clerical staff). Small animal nursing and general practice support. No OOH duties. Great package and working conditions on offer. Enthusiastic and confident applicants please email us on cahirveterinary@gmail.com or ring/WhatsApp Folke on 086 259 7280.
RVN
Village Veterinary Hospital, Kilkenny, have a vacancy for a RVN to join our busy city-based practice. Well-equipped practice with plenty of support (five-nurse team) and no out-of-hours. Salary commensurate with experience, to include VCI, CPD, VDS etc. Please email info@villagevet.ie or call 087 255 7196.
RVN
O'Shea, Bramley and Breen Vets in Wexford is seeking an RVN to join their team. Full-time, permanent position. No OOH or on-call. Generous CPD allowance, fully funded certificates. Suitable for new graduates and nurses returning to practice. Attractive benefits included (see PDF attached). Salary for this role is up to €32K DOE. Email
michelle.ogradymernagh@wexfordvethospital.ie
RVN - Maternity Cover
RVN required to join the team at Naas Vet Clinic for maternity cover from August 2024. Privately owned, fully equipped companion animal practice in Naas. We are a three-vet, three-nurse practice. Silver cat friendly accreditation. Part- or full-time position available. One-in-three Saturdays. No OOH. New graduates are welcome and supported. CPD encouraged. Salary €30,000 DOE and based on full-time position. Apply with CV to paul@naasvets.ie
RVN
RVN required at Oldcote Veterinary Clinic. Applicants qualifications must be registrable with the Veterinary Council Of Ireland. 100% companion animal practice. No OOH included in the role. Full and part-time candidates welcome to apply. New graduates are welcome to apply. VCI and VDS fees paid. CPD allowance. Uniforms provided. Salary €14-20 per hour dependent on experience. CV and cover letter to oldcotevet@gmail.com
RVN
Moy Vet Clinic require an additional nurse to join our team here on the North Mayo coast. New graduates welcomed and supported. VCI SA hospital accreditation. Independent practice and XLVet member. CPD is encouraged and funded. The XLVet Nursing Graduate Program available. Full-time position, average 40 hours per week. Pay commensurate with experience and calculated on an hourly rate. Overtime paid. No night duty. VCI registration and VDS cover paid. Email Rachel at office@moyvetclinic.ie
RVN
RVN required for SA practice. We are a young, friendly team looking for an energetic and friendly new team member! Full-time position, four days per week total (including two Saturdays per month). No OOH, or inpatient care at the weekend. Working in a three-vet clinic with another RVN and two FOH staff. Salary 30,000-35,000 commensurate with experience. Very friendly team with good atmosphere. All mod cons, inc digital x-ray, Idexx bloods, US, gas anesthesia, monitoring equipment etc. CV to info@millhousevets.ie
RVN
The Animal Welfare Vet Clinic seeks a full-time RVN to join our Dublin City practice. We are a friendly, progressive, fully equipped, 100% SA clinic looking for an enthusiastic and caring nurse. VCI/VDS and CPD paid, no OOH, 38-hour week. Salary 28-35K depending on experience. Please send CV and cover letter to charlemontvets@gmail.com
RVN
Riverside Veterinary Hospital requires an RVN to join our friendly progressive small animal team. This is a full-time role with no OOH and we are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with strong customer care skills. Please send a CV and cover letter to riversidevetsdungarvan@gmail.com
SA RVN
Midleton Veterinary Hospital require an enthusiastic RVN to join our SA team of four nurses and six vets. Fully equipped, friendly and professional hospital. The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, be adaptable and a good team player. Some clinical experience preferred but would happily consider recent graduates. CPD strongly encouraged and funded. VCI/VDS paid. 40-hour week shift rotation from 8-5, 9-6 and 10-7 with a weekend rota of 1:4. No OOH. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Cover letter and CV to info@midletonvets.ie
SA RVN
Experienced 100% small animal nurse required for new Hospital in Cork City. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new dynamic team that will have both first opinion and a referral caseload. Apply with CV to blackpoolvets@gmail.com
OOH RVNs
100% small animal hospital looking for three full-time RVNs for OOH work, 1:3 rota. One week on and two off. Please send CV to blackpoolvets@gmail.com
Practice Manager
Experienced practice manager required for a full-time position in Corks newest Veterinary Hospital. Apply with CV to blackpoolvets@gmail.com
RVN
Kilcock Veterinary Hospital is looking for an RVN to join their team. No OOH. VCI and VDS fees are paid and CPD is encouraged. Salary Range €31k-€50k commensurate with experience. A competitive package will be available to the suitable candidate. For further questions or expressions of interest please email katypersonal2012@gmail.com