At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide vital support across various departments in a busy veterinary hospital.
- Company: Join a leading veterinary clinic committed to exceptional patient care.
- Benefits: Above-award pay, professional development, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career progression and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working with passionate teams and advanced technology.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and previous experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse who thrives on variety, enjoys working with different teams, and is always ready to lend a hand where it's needed most?
As we continue to evolve and invest in our people and services, we are looking for a confident and adaptable Float Nurse to join our team!
If you're passionate about a particular area, we also have department-specific opportunities available across the hospital, including Emergency, Surgery and other specialist departments.
We are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care and services to our beloved patients.
Our state-of-the-art clinic is equipped with the latest technology, and our team is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care in a compassionate and nurturing environment.
As a Float Nurse you'll provide support right across the hospital, stepping into different departments and working alongside the nursing teams wherever your skills are needed most.
From caring for hospitalised patients, assisting the surgical team and monitoring anaesthetics, to jumping in when things get busy in emergency, you'll play an important role wherever you find yourself that day!
We believe great nursing teams are built on kindness, clear communication, and mutual respect - and that's exactly the culture we strive for here.
We actively encourage our nurses to be involved in how we do things.
Your ideas, experience and insight are valued - we regularly review and refine our protocols, and you'll have the freedom to suggest and help implement improvements in patient care, workflow and team wellbeing.
- What you'll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Previous experience working as a Veterinary Nurse (either in Emergency/Referral or within a busy GP!)
- Confidence to work across different areas of a busy veterinary hospital
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- A flexible, adaptable approach and willingness to work wherever support is needed
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for patient care and supporting your colleagues
- The ability to stay calm, organised and proactive in a fast-paced environment
We're looking for someone who doesn't need to be told twice, you see what needs doing, jump in and get it done!
What's in it for you?
- Above-award remuneration
- Exposure to advanced emergency, critical care, and referral medicine cases
- Specialist-led education, continuing professional development, and career progression pathways
- Employee discounts across ARH Hospitals, Greencross Vets, and Petbarn
- A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
If you're an experienced Veterinary Nurse looking for a role where you can use your skills, work with a variety of teams and make a genuine impact across a hospital, we'd love to hear from you.
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Veterinary Nurse employer: Animal Referral and Emergency Network
At ARH Canberra, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the dedication and expertise of our ECC Veterinary Nurses. Our supportive team culture fosters professional growth through ongoing education and development opportunities, while our competitive salary and meaningful benefits ensure that you feel valued for your hard work. Located in a vibrant community, every shift offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families, making this an ideal workplace for those passionate about emergency veterinary care.
Contact Details:
Animal Referral and Emergency Network Recruitment Team
