Location: Lissenhall, Swords, Co. Dublin

Report to: Lead Vet

Schedule: 5 day working week (40 hours, shift pattern), 1:4 Saturdays, 1:13 Sundays

Salary: €40,000

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 3 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

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
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

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
Bike to work scheme

You must be legally eligible to work in Ireland

Head Veterinary Nurse, Full time, Lissenhall

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