Head Veterinary Nurse

4 days ago

Rural View QLD, Australia VetPartners Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Head Veterinary Nurse – Better Pet Vets Andergrove & Northern Beaches

Are you a skilled veterinary nurse ready to take the next step into leadership?

Better Pet Vets Andergrove and Northern Beaches are seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our dedicated team and deliver gold-standard care for our patients and clients.

Benefits of Joining Us:

  • Competitive hourly rate and benefits package.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Access to training centres, online courses and dedicated nurse programs.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
  • Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits
  • Employee Referral Bonus'
  • Paid parental leave and return to work bonus

About the Role

You'll oversee the daily nursing operations across both clinics, ensuring seamless workflow, excellent patient care, and an exceptional client experience.

Working closely with the Practice Manager and veterinary team, you'll lead by example, mentor junior nurses, and help maintain our culture of calm, compassionate professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, support, and train the nursing team to provide outstanding clinical and client care.
  • Coordinate daily workflow, patient admissions, and surgical lists.
  • Oversee anaesthetic monitoring, hospital nursing, and infection control.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and equipment care.
  • Support client communication, preventative health programs, and follow-ups.
  • Assist with rostering, onboarding, and staff development.

About You

  • Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and minimum 3 years vet nurse experience.
  • Ability to lead by example and support the team as needed.
  • Confident in all areas of clinical and surgical nursing.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Calm, compassionate, and team-focused.

Why Better Pet Vets?

At Better Pet Vets, we believe in better care for pets and their people.

You'll join a progressive, supportive team that values teamwork, education, and wellbeing — with two modern clinics and a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Ready to lead with care?

Apply now to join the team at Better Pet Vets Andergrove & Northern Beaches.

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