Veterinary nursing

Highfield Veterinary Group in Blessington is seeking a dedicated RVN to join our passionate and innovative team in a modern practice. This is  a 1:5 weekend rota (time in lieu given) and no OOH. We offer a competitive salary based on experience, plus VDS/VCI, pension, maternity benefits, CPD, and more. If you're looking for a supportive and inspiring workplace, send your CV to niamh.fagan@highfield.ie.

Highfield Veterinary in Maynooth is hiring a full-time RVN! We value teamwork, support, work-life balance, and a passion for excellent patient care. Weekend rota 1:5 with time in lieu, no OOH, and a competitive salary. Benefits include VDS/VCI, pension, maternity leave, and CPD support. Join our friendly, dedicated team. Send your CV to niamh.fagan@highfield.ie 

Veterinary nurse wanted to work with small animals in a mixed practice in Rathcormac, Co. Cork. Flexible hours. Friendly working environment with experienced staff to lend a hand. Usual equipment including gas anaesthesia, ultrasound scanner and full blood machine. Email CV to jfinn2006@gmail.com

Castle Vets, Clondalkin require an enthusiastic Lead Nurse. Long established practice, equipped with all the equipment required to deliver great care for our patients.   40hr week,1:4 weekends and a 4 day week is negotiable. Ideal candidate will have minimum 3 years experience and keen to further develop their leadership & management: we have lots of ways to support you with this. Salary from €38k. Contact amy.hanrahan@castlevets.ie 

Exciting RVN opportunities at Anicare Vets Blanchardstown! We have 2 positions available: P/T, Maternity Cover (24hrs p/w) and F/T, Permanent (40hrs p/w). Salary from €30,000+ DOE. Both roles have no OOH, require 1 in 3 weekends, and offer an excellent work-life balance. Join our team and work with experienced professionals and modern equipment! Email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

St. Francis Veterinary Clinic require a full or part time Vet Nurse- Flexible hours/ Days eg mornings or evenings only if preferred. Independently owned. First opinion practice with friendly team and excellent support available in nearby main Practice Branch. Competitive package available to the right applicant. VCI and VDS paid. Please apply with CV to helen@barrowvalevet.ie

St Benedict’s veterinary hospital, nurse required for full time post in independent mixed practice in Sligo town, all usual equipment in veterinary hospital and friendly fun working environment will suit a similarly enthusiastic person. Email bmcdermott20@gmail.com 

 Ark Veterinary Hospital, Killarney, Co Kerry requires a registered veterinary nurse. Busy interesting varied  work with a nice rota. Salary based on experience with VCI /VDS paid . Apply to: killarneyvetjob@gmail.com 

Ormonde Veterinary Hospital requires an additional (experienced) Head Veterinary Nurse to join its expanding team. Permanent part or full-time position, No weekends, No OOH.  CPD allowance and VCI paid with further professional & academic qualifications supported & funded. Apply with cover letter and CV to: practicemanagerormonde@gmail.com 

Lower Ormond Veterinary Clinic requires a full-time veterinary nurse to join our progressive and friendly mixed practice. The ideal candidate would have the initiative to work both on their own and as part of a team. The right candidate must have a strong motivation to provide first class care to our patients and clients. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Please contact David on 0872221655 or emaillowerormondvet@gmail.com

Roundwood Veterinary Practice seeks a veterinary nurse to help us expand our team! Independent practice just 30 minutes from Dublin. 20-30 hours per week (rota can be flexible to suit individual's needs). No OOH. Our team currently consists of two experienced vets, an experienced nurse (two once you join). Relaxed, casual working environment with friendly clientele. Salary €15-€17/hour, VCI and CPD funded. For further information or to apply please email: roundwoodvets@hotmail.com

Village Vets Clinics in Kilmainham, Sandyford, Dundrum & Tallaght are looking for RVN’s to join our clinics. Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced professional, we would love to hear from you! Veterinary nurse mentors are available to help facilitate training. Work with the latest equipment & technology in a fully equipped clinic. We have a great team atmosphere & enjoy a social budget each month to promote bonding & team events. We offer flexible working hours. CPD provided throughout the year. Certs are welcome & fully funded! Starting Salary 30k. Please send your CV & cover letter to recruitment@villagevets.ie

Full-time or part time RVN, preferably with experience for Kelly Veterinary Clinic. A busy four-vet mixed practice of which consists of 60% small animal. 16 minutes from Galway City. Small animal clinic equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, autoclave, dental machine, haematology and biochemistry blood machines.  Ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a team and have good initiative. Cpd and VCI paid. Competitive salary offered, depending on experience. CV to: brendankellyvet@yahoo.com

Full time or part time Veterinary Nurse required for Fitzgerald's Veterinary Centre, Roscrea. Position includes laboratory work, administrative and reception duties. Full range of diagnostic equipment including X-ray, Haematology, Biochemistry, Gas anaesthetic, Autoclave etc. Friendly team in a busy practice. Both experienced and new graduates considered. email vetjobmidlands1234@gmail.com

Highfield are looking for a Head nurse to join our team in South Dublin. The position will offer the opportunity for professional growth and learning within a large, supportive team and modern clinic. No OOH work and a generous weekend rota offered. Benefits include VCI/VDS fees covered, birthday leave, pension, maternity leave, generous CPD and more. Salary is based on experience. Email Niamh.fagan@highfield.ie

Ormonde Veterinary Hospital requires an additional RVN to join its expanding team in our city-based hospital. All the usual mod cons and facilities, CPD allowance and VCI paid. Permanent part-time or full-time position. Further details - hours and salary discussed at interview. Apply with cover letter and CV to: practicemanagerormonde@gmail.com

The Donkey Sanctuary Ireland is seeking to hire a full time fixed term Veterinary Nurse based in Liscarroll Co Cork. 39 Hours per week salary is 36,341 per annum. Closing date for applications is Sunday 16 March 2025. Please reach out to johanne.nevin@thedonkeysanctuary.ie 

Moate Veterinary Hospital requires a full time RVN to join our friendly and dedicated team. Great opportunity for an enthusiastic nurse to progress their skills and contribute to a really nice working environment.The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills with a passion for client and patient care and be a team player. Well equipped premises with all the latest tech. Salary commensurate with experience, VCI/VDS paid. CV and cover letter to danielmurraymrcvs@gmail.com

Ark Vets Galway are hiring a full-time RVN for our St Mary’s Road branch, starting March. The role offers a 40-hour week, 1 in 4 Saturdays, and a salary of €30,000-€34,000 DOE. New graduates welcome with support and training. Generous CPD allowance and development funding provided. Email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

Join our independent, forward-thinking, tea-and-cake-loving practice—just 5 minutes off the N4! We offer a full-time role with occasional Saturdays, mentorship, hands-on experience, and new graduate rates from €15/hr. Experience is a bonus, but we love supporting new grads!

Ready to grow in a friendly, supportive team? Send your CV to eplantvet@gmail.com

Join our team! BARNA & MOYCULLEN VETSrequire a full-time RVN . 4-day work week (8am-6pm), 1 in 4 Saturdays, and 5/6 weekends on-call per year. €30K-€33.5K salary DOE plus attractive benefits package. Apply today! Email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

Join our team at Ark Vetcare Foxrock! We're seeking an enthusiastic RVN for a full-time, permanent role with no OOH or night shifts. Enjoy a salary of up to €18.50/hr, enhanced leave, & supportive environment with funded postgraduate certificates. Advance your career with our bespoke Nurse Academy. To apply email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

20-25 hours/week qualified vet nurse required in hospital in Tralee. In patients treatments at weekends 1 in 4 rota, otherwise no on call.

New accommodation available by separate agreement.

Please contact info@holmesveterinary.com

Cashman Veterinary Hospital requires a full time small animal nurse to join our busy team in Glanmire Cork. Experience preferred but not essential past experience with mentoring and supporting new grads. Apply to info@cashmanveterinary.ie or call 021 4821243  

The Pet Hospital in Waterford is seeking a RVN to join our experienced team. 40hours / 5 days per week. No OOH, Weekends or Bank Holidays. Salary €30-38K DOE plus extensive benefits - generous CPD allowance, funding for professional development. 100% Clinical role, including nurse consultations, post operative check ups, emergency triage, inpatient care, surgical nursing and more! Email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

Experienced 100% small animal nurse required for new and expanding 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. In house CT, laparoscopy, bloods Ultrasound etc  Apply with CV to blackpoolvets@mail.com 

Raheny Vets is seeking a F/T permanent RVN to join their busy, established hospital team. 39 hrs (5 days) per week with 1 in 5 weekends. Suitable for new graduates with support/training provided - salary up to €31,000 DOE. Fully clinical role with career progression opportunities. Attractive benefits included to supplement salary package. To apply email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

Blarney Veterinary Clinic is seeking RVN applicants for maternity cover starting in summer 2025. We are a 5 vet mixed practice on the edge of Cork City. The position is a mixture of clinical and administrative roles. The position is a 1 in 3 rota for Saturdays, includes time off in leu and no OOH. Please send Cv to cathal@blarneyvets.ie.

St. Francis Veterinary Clinic , Carlow require a part time Vet Nurse.  Experience required. Competitive package offered for the right candidate. St. Franis Vet clinic is a very progressive practice with Digital X-Ray, Ultrasound, Haematology and Biochemistry Machines.. Please apply with CV to helen@barrowvalevet.ie

Finns Veterinary, require a nurse to work with small animals in a mixed practice. Flexible hours. Friendly working environment with experienced staff to lend a hand. Usual equipment including gas anaesthesia, ultrasound scanner and full blood machine. Email CV to jfinn2006@gmail.com

Greyabbey Veterinary Hospital, Kildare. We have parttime vacancies. Mon, Wed, Fri, with no OOH or weekends, 24 hrs per week. Also Sat and Sun, 20 hrs per week. Experience required for the weekend role, but new graduates welcome to apply for Mon-Fri. Roles include: nurse consults, plus surgical and medical nursing. Salary commensurate with experience. Professional memberships paid. Please apply with covering letter and CV to: reception@ttga.ie 

 Ark Vetcare Dun Laoghaire has an opening for an RVN to join their team. F/T Permanent role (40 hours per week). Weekend rota is currently in 1 3 Saturdays. No OOHs. Clinical role including nurse consults, surgical and medical nursing. Fully funded professional development, Professional memberships paid, generous CPD allowance and employee wellbeing. Salary is €30,000-€36,000 DOE. Attractive benefits included to supplement salary package. To apply email vetjobenquiries@gmail.com

Park Pets Vet Clinic require F/T RVN  to join our expanding clinical team of 3 vets & 3 nurses & support staff.  Independent SA practice just off the m4 at Kinnegad. Wide and varied caseload. No OOH. Professional and friendly working environment; where nursing skills are highly valued. We are an award winning team with a reputation for excellence. Please apply with cover letter and CV to frogersvet@hotmail.com 

Glasslyn Vets, are seeking a full-time RVN to join our vet team to cover an extended sick leave for a minimum of six months. We are a friendly enthusiastic team with great support and modern, well-equipped facilities. CPD encouraged. Competitive salary with no OOH. 1:3 Saturday  rota from 10 to 2. Apply to jnyhan@glasslynvets.ie

Cavan Vet Group are looking for a RVN to join our team. Located on the outskirts of Cavan we are easily accessible from the M3 and just 1.5hours from Dublin city. You will be joining us in an spacious, fully equipped SA clinic alongside a great team of vets, RVNs and support staff. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious person to excel in a well-developed and busy SA clinic. Please forward your CV and cover letter to Emma at veterinarymanager@cavanvets.ie

Clerkin Vet Hospitals exciting new position for start of 2025,RVN  with the VCI, to work in our registered SA Vet Hospital.Alternating Saturdays with other nurses with day off in lieu. Busy hospital with all necessary equipment, in-house orthopaedics so surgical and anaesthetic experience would be of benefit but not essential. Cpd events will be available. Salary to commensurate experience, holidays as per standard and discussed in detail at interview. Vci and indemnity provided. CV to

Jamesjclerkinvet@gmail.com

A Country Practice Vet Clinic is seeking a RVN for a full time position to join our friendly and supportive team. We are a companion animal only clinic and have a fully equipped modern practice. Experience valued but new graduates welcome and supported. We are looking for a Vet Nurse with good communication skills and who shares our compassionate approach to pet and client care. Please email Tipperaryvet@gmail.com with CV and cover letter.

Claremorris Pet Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join our new clinic. The ideal candidate will have excellent skills in communication and ability to work both independently and in a team. We are a 100% SA clinic. Great affinity for cats is a bonus! Business hours are Monday to Friday. ( no OOH or weekends). Please email your CV to claremorrispetclinic@gmail.com.

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@mail.com 

Enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse required to join our team at Animals First Veterinary Hospital.

Well equipped, progressive practice offering a good working environment. Branch practice of Moss Vet Hospital in Naas. No on call. 1: 3 Saturdays 9-1pm.  

Contact Cornelie: ckennedy@mossvethospital.ie

Old Church Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full time veterinary nurse to join our fully equipped, modern hospital.  The suitable candidate should have excellent communication skills, a passion for patient and client care and be a team player.  We have an excellent supportive team of nurses and vets. Email replys to laura.doherty@oldchurchvets.com

Lakeside Veterinary hospital requires a small animal receptionist. Full time position. Excellent communication and organisational skills necessary. Previous experience preferred. If interested please send CV to : info@lakesidevetsloughrea.ie

Full time Veterinary Nurse required for busy mixed practice in Athenry. Position includes clinical (including laboratory work), administrative and reception duties. Full range of diagnostic equipment including DR X-ray, Ultrasound, Haematology, Biochemistry, Urinalysis, in-house lab, full surgical suite. CPD, VDS and VCI covered. Friendly team in a progressive practice. New graduates considered. Salary depends on experience. Call 0879367307 or email info@gorteenacrevets.ie

Park Lane Vets, is looking for a full-time, VCI registered, Veterinary Nurse, to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate will have good communication skills and share our compassionate approach to pet and client care. We are a busy first opinion practice with excellent facilities. Experience preferred. Salary €30-€40k DOE, with funded VCI and CPD. Please send CV and covering letter to Mairead at parklanevetjobs@gmail.com

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at our purpose built clinic in Lucan, Co Dublin. Experience desirable but not essential. MyVet Lucan is a busy hospital, with a varied caseload, where the focus is on high quality veterinary medicine. You will be joining a team of 17 Nurses, and your clinical skills will be utilised on a daily basis. Salary €30-38K DOE. Applications by email to rebecca@myvet.ie

Cavan Pet Hospital are looking for a RVN  to join our friendly team. Located on the outskirts of Cavan we are easily accessible from the M3 and just 1.5hours from Dublin city. You will be joining an amazing spacious, fully equipped small animal clinic alongside a great team of vets, RVNs and support staff. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious person to excel in a well-developed and busy small animal clinic. Please forward your CV and cover letter to Emma at veterinatymanager@cavanvets.ie 

Barrowside Veterinary Hospital requires a full time RVN to join our five-vet mixed practice.  The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical and communication skills,  be a team player with a passion for client and patient care.

Modern veterinary equipment including Ideex Blood machines, digital X-ray, Ultrasound, Dental machines etc. Salary based on experience, VCI and VDS covered, CPD allowance. Apply with CV to barrowsidevets@gmail.com 

Westgate Veterinary Clinic have an excellent opportunity for an RVN to join our team of 10 nurses, 8 vets and 6 support staff across two branches. Nurses get to use all their skills and are heavily involved in the care of patients. CPD paid and actively encouraged. VCI & VDS paid. 1 weekend in 5 with some OOH.Salary starting at €31’000 dependent on experience and many benefits as part of the VetPartners family forming an excellent remuneration package. please contact Gráinne at grainne.lawless@westgatevets.com

Park Pets Veterinary Clinic Part-time/full-time nurse required for maternity cover in a friendly practice close to Dublin, Mullingar and midlands, Permanent part-time contract also available. Dynamic team, three nurses, four vets and support staff. First opinion SA clinic with referral level services in orthopaedics; laparascopic work and soft tissue . DR; intra oral radiography, ultrasound. Own ICU and don't transfer sick pets off site. Looking for positive person to fit in with brilliant team. No OOH.  Cover letter and CV to frogersvet@hotmail.com

Fethard Equine Hospital seeks 2 full time RVN’s to join our amazing team of 8 nurses, 4 surgeons, medicine clinician, 9 interns along with a large support staff. Rotating role through surgery, medicine, in/outpatient care. Shared OOH rota. Up to 36k dependant on experience. Canteen lunch provided FOC, VCI Fees paid, annual bonus plus other benefits. In house CT, MRI, all diagnostic equipment plus large on-site laboratory. CV to hr@obyrneandhalley.ie

Two SA RVNs required for Suirside Veterinary Clinic. One Full Time position and One for maternity cover. Experienced and recent graduates considered.  Good clinical and communication skills essential. Competitive salary DOE.  Supportive team and excellent facilities including digital x-ray, Idexx Lab, Laser, Scope, Dental Machine, Anaesthetic Machines, Ultrasound and ECG.  CPD encouraged and funded.  Uniforms provided, 23 days AL.  VCI, VDS fees and relevant expenses covered.  Emails to backoffice@suirsidevetclinic.ie

O’Connor’s Ennis Veterinary Surgery, Co. Clare requires a RVN to join our busy friendly mixed practice for primarily SA duties. Modern veterinary equipment. Experience valued but new graduates welcome and supported. VCI registration, VDS and CPD allowance paid. Full time, permanent position up to 40 hours per week. No OOH. Hourly rate paid €15-17 per hour DOE. Please send a CV and cover letter to niamhvet@gmail.com

Riverview Veterinary Group have an exciting nursing opportunity between our Ballincollig and Bandon clinics.  Full-time position, 40 hours per week, excellent salary DOE, €32-€34K p.a. plus OOH bonus. Generous benefits package available, including employer contributing pension, Health shield, enhanced maternity/paternity leave benefits. We support career development with generous CPD allowance and support certificate study where appropriate. VCI, VDS & one other subscription paid. CVs to michael.sexton@riverview.ie or call 086 8097128

Highfield Veterinary in Naas are looking for a full-time RVN. We value teamwork, support, equality and passion to offer a high standard of veterinary care for clients and patients. This position is available for permanent, full-time hours. Weekend rota 1:5 with time in lieu returned. No OOH. Salary commensurable to experience. VDS/VCI, pension scheme, maternity, CPD are among some of the benefits offered. CV to niamh.fagan@highfield.ie

Full-time or part-time RVN required, preferably with experience, for Kelly Veterinary Clinic. A busy four-vet mixed practice of which consists of 60% SA. 16 minutes from Galway City. SA clinic fully equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, autoclave, dental machine, blood machines, etc. Ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a team. No OOH or on call. CPD and VCI paid. Competitive salary offered, depending on experience. CV to brendankellyvet@yahoo.com

Harvey’s Veterinary, Co. Clare, is looking for a RVN to join their team to cover maternity leave with option of extending to full-time role. Mixed animal practice with expanding small animal. In house lab, ultrasound, dental etc. Nursing and reception duties included. VCI and VDS funded. Experience desirable but new graduates welcome. Please contact 087 901 7643 or harveyvets@gmail.com 

Paws A While Vet Hospital, Trim, Co. Meath, are seeking a full-time RVN to join our vet team. Friendly enthusiastic team with great support and modern, well-equipped facilities. CPD encouraged. Competitive salary and pension scheme with OOH 1:4 rota. Apply to info@pawsawhilevets.ie

The Well Pet Hospital is seeking a RVN to join their friendly team in Sligo. Full-time, permanent role, four-day work week (40 hours per week). No OOH/Sundays/Bank Holidays. Salary is €30,000-€35,360 DOE. Fully funded certificates. Well established, fully equipped hospital. Email susannah.carr@wellpets.ie

Registered Veterinary Nurse required for our busy SA clinic in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Full-time position with no on-call. We have a well-equipped clinic with friendly clientele. Competitive salary offered. CPD encouraged and supported. Apply with CV to riversidevetsdungarvan@gmail.com

Claremorris Pet Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic, part-time/flexible hours RVN to join our new clinic. The ideal candidate will have excellent skills in communication and ability to work both independently and in a team. We are a 100% SA clinic. Great affinity for cats is a bonus! Business hours are Monday to Friday (no OOH or weekends). Please email your CV to esthervanluipen@yahoo.com

RVN required for busy small animal role in well-equipped clinic in Listowel. Hours flexible and negotiable. Good communication skills and a team player ethos. Treacy Sheehan Vets. Email replies to treacypaul@gmail.com

Blue Coast Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time RVN, four days a week + 1:2 Saturday mornings. Part-time considered on specific days with Saturdays included. New graduate welcome. No OOH. Hourly rate plus overtime paid, salary DOE up to €18 per hour. VCI/VDS paid, CPD funded and encouraged. Duties include SA medical/surgical nursing with reception/day-to-day practice management. Excellent communication skills and strong ethic, focused on our patients’ care and wellbeing. CV, cover letter and enquiries to Johanna at savetpractice13@yahoo.ie

St Francis Pet Dispensary. Part-time veterinary nurse required. Ideally 20 hours per week, but flexible for the right candidate. Excellent work-life balance. OOH externally managed. Newly expanded and renovated small animal charity clinic. Ideally will have clinical experience as a veterinary nurse, preferably in a small animal clinic. Salary up to €18.50 per hour DOE. VCI and CVE paid. Apply to Pauline Behan (Practice Manager) at pb@stfrancis.ie