Head Veterinary Nurse, Full time
We’re looking for a superstar Head Nurse to lead and inspire our nursing team as we continue our exciting growth journey, in our newly expanded clinic
Location: Dundrum
Report to: Lead vet
Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week, based Monday-Friday, 1 in 4 Saturdays and 1 in 13 Sundays
Salary: €45,000-€50,000
About the Role
This is a key leadership role within the clinic, working closely with the Lead Veterinary Surgeon to drive performance, standards, and team culture. Alongside hands-on nursing, you will lead the nursing team and support the smooth, efficient running of the clinic.
Lead and support the nursing team, fostering a positive and high-performing environment
Assist with surgeries, anaesthesia, and treatments to a high clinical standard
Oversee patient care, medication protocols, and clinical record accuracy
Manage rotas, annual leave, and team scheduling
Monitor stock control, costs, and clinic resources
Support financial administration and monthly processes
Ensure compliance with clinical and health & safety standards
Oversee front-of-house operations and client experience
Conduct 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and team development
Train and mentor new and existing nursing staff
Support day-to-day operations and wider clinic objectives
About You
Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Minimum of 5 years working as an RVN
Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team
Proven leadership or senior nursing experience
Strong organisational and communication skills
Passionate about high clinical standards and patient care
Confident mentoring and developing team members
Proactive, reliable, and team-focused
Experience in working in a 24hour setting highly desirable
What’s in it for You
Health cash plan
Pension scheme
Gym membership subsidy
Free pet health plan
Paid charity day
Additional leave with service
Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
Statutory sick pay
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
Bike to work scheme
You must be legally elligible to work in Ireland
- Department
- Nurses
- Role
- Head Veterinary Nurse
- Locations
- Village Vets Dundrum
- Yearly salary
- €45,000 - €50,000
- Employment Type
- Full Time