In patients Nurse Full time SouthPaws Specialty Surgery
4 weeks ago
Description
Position at SouthPawsSouthpaws Full Time Nursing position - Malvern
Southpaws is one of Australia’s best-known Veterinary Specialist and Emergency hospital groups, with an aim to be the first choice for expert veterinary care, why? Because our pets are our family.
The role:
Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital is looking for a dedicated In-Patient Care Nurse to join our team as part of our surgery department. This unique role focuses primarily on delivering exceptional preoperative and postoperative care to our hospitalised surgery patients, making it a crucial part of our patient-centred approach. While your primary responsibilities will involve caring for the surgical patients in the ward, performing treatments and ensuring their comfort, you will also work alongside our skilled ECC nursing team, collaboratively providing the best possible care to all in-patients across all departments. This role involves close observation, effective communication with case owners, and prioritising inpatient care as well as being a part of the surgical team and assisting to the overall patient care across the hospital.
Key Responsibilities:
Attend morning handover and listen to updates on surgery inpatients.
Review and note any changes in patient charts during rounds.
Assist with tasks for surgery inpatients (., radiographs, blood work, sedation).
Communicate patient concerns or status changes to the case owner.
Prioritise care for current hospitalised patients, ensuring timely medication and treatment.
Assist with new admissions, including labelling cages and starting IVs.
Support diagnostics and minor procedures, such as x-rays and dressing changes.
Maintain a clean and organised ward environment, including patient cages and supplies.
Prepare patients for discharge, ensuring they are clean and all equipment is properly removed or placed.
Key Requirements:
Certificate IV or equivalent qualification.
3-4 years’ experience in a similar role.
Professional and positive demeanour.
Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional organisational skills.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures.
Proficiency in monitoring anaesthesia. Primary focus on in-patient care assistance in surgery when required
Ability to work a rotating roster including a weekend rotation and on call.
As an employer
Southpaws is committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe they should, rather than the way they always have. To help deliver on our goal of becoming an industry employer of choice, we have created career pathways that support year on year progression both for your capabilities as a professional, as well as your remuneration. Southpaws is the only hospital in Melbourne to have full time Training & Development manager and Human Resources manager. These permanent on-site roles ensure the structure necessary to support people on their personal and professional journeys to fulfilling their potential.
We are offering:
Generous pay and working conditions
Industry leading employee discount scheme for family pets
Dedicated HR and Training functions to help you fulfill your career goals and achieve your potential
Monthly check-ins and dedicated platform for feedback and accountability at all levels in the hospital
Monthly company-wide social initiatives to support deep, genuine relationships with colleagues
The leading environment for veterinary professionals who wish to challenge the status quo and set new benchmarks for performance and capability
What We’re Looking For
Southpaws are proud of our values and look for these positive characteristics in all applicants:
Professionalism
Integrity
Trust
Compassion
Humour
Innovation
Teamwork
To apply to be a part of this exceptional team send a CV and Cover Letter to
-
Veterinary Nurse
7 days ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeJob SummaryVetPartners is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Nurse to join our team at SouthPaws Specialty Surgery. As a key member of our surgery department, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional preoperative and postoperative care to our hospitalised surgery patients.Key Responsibilities:Attend morning handover and listen to...
-
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full time{"title": "Lead ECC Nurse Position", "content": "About the Role:As a Lead Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Nurse at Southpaws Specialty Surgery, you will be responsible for leading and managing the ECC night shift team, ensuring high standards of care. You will provide immediate and exceptional emergency care to pets, mentor and support ECC staff, and...
-
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout VetPartnersVetPartners is a leading veterinary healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to pets and their families.Our MissionTo be the trusted partner in veterinary care, delivering innovative solutions and exceptional patient outcomes.The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Emergency and Critical Care (ECC)...
-
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout VetPartnersVetPartners is a leading veterinary healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to pets and their families.Our MissionTo be the trusted partner in veterinary care, delivering innovative solutions and exceptional patient outcomes.The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Nurse Leader to join...
-
Lead ECC Nurse Full time SouthPaws Specialty Surgery
3 months ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Lead ECC Night Nurse Position, Southpaws Specialty Surgery – Malvern Our Mission: To be the first choice for expert veterinary care. Why? Because our pets are our family. About Southpaws: At Southpaws, we're committed to revolutionising the veterinary workplace. We strive to create an environment that operates on progressive...
-
ECC Nurse
6 hours ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Nurse to join our dynamic team at Southpaws, a 24-hour dedicated emergency pet hospital in Malvern East. As an ECC Nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the critical moments of a pet's life.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality patient care in a...
-
Surgical Nurse Casual SouthPaws Specialty Surgery
3 months ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Full Time Positions available – Senior Surgical Nurse – Southpaws Moorabbin Southpaws is renowned as one of Australia's premier referral hospitals, dedicated to providing top-tier veterinary care. Our mission is to be the first choice in expert veterinary care. Why? Because our pets are out family. As an employer Southpaws is...
-
ECC Nurse
7 days ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Nurse to join our dynamic team at Southpaws, a leading emergency pet hospital in Melbourne. As an ECC Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing exceptional care to pets in emergency situations.Key Responsibilities:Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency...
-
ECC Nurse
3 days ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Nurse to join our dynamic team at Southpaws, a leading emergency pet hospital in Melbourne. As an ECC Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing exceptional care to pets in need, working collaboratively with our experienced team to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.Key...
-
Veterinary Nurse
8 hours ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the Role:We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate In-Patient Care Nurse to join our team at Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital. As a key member of our surgery department, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional preoperative and postoperative care to our hospitalized surgery patients.Key Responsibilities:Attend morning...
-
ECC Nurse Full time SouthPaws Specialty Surgery
1 month ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Position at SouthPaws Southpaws Malvern – ECC Nurse – Full-Time opportunities available Our vision is to be the first choice for expert veterinary care, why? Because our pets are our family. The Role: Join the passionate team at Southpaws as we expand our 24-hour dedicated emergency pet hospital in Malvern East. We recognise that...
-
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Position at SouthPaws Southpaws Specialty, Emergency and Referral Hospital Small Animal Surgical Residency – Starts January 2025 Southpaws is one of Australia’s best-known veterinary specialist and emergency hospitals. Our mission is to be the first choice for expert veterinary care, why? Because our pets are our family The...
-
Veterinary Nurse
6 hours ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the Role:We are seeking a dedicated In-Patient Care Nurse to join our team at Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital in Malvern. As a key member of our surgery department, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional preoperative and postoperative care to our hospitalised surgery patients.Key Responsibilities:Attend morning handover...
-
Surgical Resident
1 week ago
Malvern East, Australia SouthPaws Full time**Southpaws Specialty, Emergency and Referral Hospital**: **Small Animal Surgical Residency - Starts January 2025**: Southpaws is one of Australia’s best-known veterinary specialist and emergency hospitals. Our mission is to be the first choice for expert veterinary care, why? Because our pets are our family **The Role** Southpaws is excited to announce...
-
Surgical Intern Fixed Term Contract
3 days ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Position at SouthPaws Surgical Internship – Starts January 2025 Southpaws is one of Australia’s best-known Veterinary Specialist and Emergency hospital groups,with a mission to be the first choice for expert veterinary care, why? Because our pets are our family. Our internships have been the launchpad for numerous residency and...
-
Veterinary Nurse Specialist
8 hours ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the RoleVetPartners Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Southpaws Specialty Surgery in Malvern. As a key member of our nursing team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to the success of our hospital.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding high-quality...
-
Lead ECC Nurse
2 months ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full timeDescription Lead ECC Night Nurse Position, Southpaws Specialty Surgery – MalvernOur Mission: To be the first choice for expert veterinary care. Why? Because our pets are our family. About Southpaws: At Southpaws, we're committed to revolutionising the veterinary workplace. We strive to create an environment that operates on progressive...
-
Ecc Night Receptionist
3 months ago
Malvern East, Australia VetPartners Full time**Part-Time ECC Night Receptionist, Southpaws Specialty Surgery - Malvern** **Our Mission**: To be the first choice for expert veterinary care. Why? Because our pets are our family. **About Southpaws**: At Southpaws, we're committed to revolutionising the veterinary workplace. We strive to create an environment that operates on progressive principles,...
-
Veterinary Surgeon
2 days ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the RoleThis 12-month Surgical Internship is designed for veterinary professionals seeking to advance their surgical expertise in a state-of-the-art facility. As a Southpaws surgical intern, you will be required to assist in complex orthopaedic, soft tissue, and neurologic surgeries; perform and review diagnostic imaging; see primary cases; assist with...
-
Surgical Internship Opportunity
8 hours ago
Malvern East, Victoria, Australia VetPartners Full timeAbout the RoleThis 12-month Surgical Internship is designed for veterinary professionals seeking to advance their surgical expertise within a state-of-the-art facility. As a Southpaws surgical intern, you will be required to assist in complex orthopaedic, soft tissue, and neurologic surgeries; perform and review diagnostic imaging; see primary cases; assist...
