At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to provide critical care for emergency veterinary patients.
- Company: Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital, a leading referral hospital in Victoria.
- Benefits: Generous employee perks, including discounted pet healthcare and paid parental leave.
- Other info: Opportunities for leadership and continuous professional development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while enjoying the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and 2-3 years of ECC or advanced GP experience.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Ready to take your ECC nursing career to the next level in one of Victoria’s leading referral hospitals? We’re looking for an experienced Emergency & Critical Care Nurse to join the dedicated team at Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital. This is your chance to work at the cutting edge of ECC, alongside specialists, registrars, and highly skilled nurses who are passionate about advancing patient care.
As part of our referral hospital team, you’ll be at the heart of complex, high-acuity cases you won’t find in general practice.
We offer:
- 24/7 emergency and referral services across ECC, surgery, internal medicine, and anaesthesia
- A truly multidisciplinary, collaborative environment where every nurse plays a vital role in patient outcomes
- Opportunities to work with trauma patients, ventilator cases, critical anaesthetics, transfusions, chest drains, central lines, and more
And when your shift is done? You’ll be just minutes from beaches, wineries, and bushland trails on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula only an hour from Melbourne.
About the Role
- Casual position, with a rotating roster of evenings, nights, and weekends
- Leadership opportunities available for experienced nurses ready to step up
- A fast-paced caseload where no two days are the same
- Work in a University of Melbourne teaching site, helping to train the next generation of veterinary professionals
About You
We’re seeking a confident and committed ECC nurse who thrives in a busy, referral-level hospital environment. You will have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or higher)
- At least 2-3 years of ECC or advanced GP experience
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A positive attitude, adaptability, and passion for patient advocacy
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning (and maybe even snacks and good vibes!)
What We Offer
- Work directly with two ECC specialists, a residency-trained registrar, and an experienced ECC vet team
- Generous employee benefits, including discounted healthcare for your pets
- Paid parental leave and a supportive culture where nurses are empowered, valued, and celebrated
- Access to excellent referral hospital facilities
- Exposure to advanced ECC cases rarely seen outside referral hospitals
- Continuous professional development through in-house training, specialist-led CPD, and external allowances
- Access to wellbeing programs, structured learning, and growth pathways
ECC Veterinary Nurse in Mornington employer: VetPartners Australia and New Zealand
At Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the veterinary field, offering an exceptional work culture that values teamwork and continuous learning. Our dedicated team enjoys generous employee benefits, including discounted healthcare for pets, paid parental leave, and access to advanced training opportunities, all while working in a stunning location just minutes from the beautiful beaches and wineries of the Mornington Peninsula. Join us to advance your ECC nursing career in a supportive environment where your contributions are celebrated and your professional growth is nurtured.
Contact Details:
VetPartners Australia and New Zealand Recruitment Team
