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Locum Nurse · Village Vets Dundrum

Locum Veterinary Nurse (GP or ECC) - (24 hour Hospital), South Dublin

Our hospital has modern facilities including three consult rooms, a dedicated dental room and separate cat and dog wards.

Location: Village Vets, Dundrum (24 hour Hospital)
Reports to: Head Nurse

Salary €25 - €38 per hour depending on shift type e.g. weekday/weekend/night/ECC shifts

Our modern 24-hour hospital offers a varied caseload across GP and Emergency & Critical Care. and we are expanding our locum RVN nurse panel.

We're open to any level of availability. Whether you're looking for the occasional shift, regular weekly work, or short-term cover, we're happy to work around your availability.

About the Role

  • Provide continuous, attentive nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, monitoring vital signs and assessing pain levels

  • Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, including triage, resuscitation, wound management, and surgery

  • Carry out essential medical procedures such as placing IV catheters, administering medications and fluids, and performing diagnostic tests

  • Assist with anaesthesia induction, monitoring, and post‑operative recovery for critical patients

  • Maintain strict infection control standards and ensure a clean, sterile environment

  • Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners, providing updates and guidance on treatment and aftercare

  • Keep detailed, accurate medical records and provide thorough handovers between shifts

About You

  • Qualified and VCI registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)

  • Ideally 5+ years’ experience in small animal practice

  • This role demands strong clinical skills, resilience, and compassion to deliver high-quality care to patients in urgent need

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

  • Passionate about delivering gold-standard patient and client care

Why Join Village Vets Dundrum?

  • Competitive hourly rates depending on shift type

  • Flexible shifts to suit your availability

  • Modern 24-hour hospital with a varied GP and ECC caseload

  • You'll work alongside experienced vets, RVNs and support staff in a collaborative environment,

  • Convenient South Dublin location with free parking

  • Opportunity to return for future shifts

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland

Department
Locum Nurse
Role
Locum Nurse Casual
Locations
Village Vets Dundrum
Hourly salary
€25 - €38
Employment type
Temporary
Employment Type
Locum
Locum Nurse · Village Vets Dundrum

Locum Veterinary Nurse (GP or ECC) - (24 hour Hospital), South Dublin

Our hospital has modern facilities including three consult rooms, a dedicated dental room and separate cat and dog wards.

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