Greencross Pet Wellness Company – Dandenong VIC
ECC Veterinary Nurse – Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH), Dandenong VIC
Are you an experienced veterinary nurse looking to step into referral and Emergency & Critical Care, or an ECC nurse looking for your next challenge?
We are on the hunt for some unicorn nurses to join our growing ECC team!
We are particularly seeking experienced nurses available for part‐time evening, overnight and weekend shifts, with weekend availability being our primary staffing requirement.
At VRH, you'll be working with state‐of‐the‐art equipment including mechanical ventilators, high‐flow nasal oxygen, species‐specific oxygen cages, a dedicated Critical Care Unit, CT, MRI and endoscopy.
You'll have access to the very best equipment to help you deliver exceptional nursing care.
If you thrive in the excitement of emergency medicine and love the challenge of no two shifts ever being the same, we'd love to hear from you.
Why VRH?
VRH is a multidisciplinary referral hospital where Emergency and Critical Care is at the heart of everything we do.
ECC is the core service of our hospital, providing critical support to every department and ensuring the highest standard of care for our patients around the clock.
As an ECC nurse, you'll work closely alongside specialists and clinicians in:
Critical Care
Surgery
Internal Medicine
Radiology
Emergency and Critical Care plays a vital role in supporting patients across the entire referral service.
You'll be involved in the management of complex medical, surgical and neurological cases, caring for patients before, during and after advanced procedures and working collaboratively with specialists to achieve the best possible outcomes.
This unique workplace provides endless opportunities to learn, develop your nursing skills and be involved in a diverse range of challenging and rewarding cases.




You'll be supported by an experienced leadership team and senior ECC nurses who are passionate about mentoring, education and helping others succeed.
About the Role
ECC nursing at VRH includes:
ICU and Critical Care nursing
Emergency and hospital nursing
Triage and patient stabilisation
Anaesthesia monitoring and support
Management of a diverse and challenging caseload
Whether you're an experienced ECC nurse or an experienced GP nurse keen to learn, we provide the training, support and guidance needed to succeed.
Experienced GP nurses looking to transition into referral and emergency are strongly encouraged to apply.
What We're Looking For
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
Minimum 2 years' clinical experience as a veterinary nurse
A willingness to learn, grow and develop your skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Passion for providing exceptional patient care
Availability for overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts
Previous emergency or referral experience is highly regarded but not essential.
What We Offer
Competitive salary with penalty rates
No on-call shifts
9–12 hour shifts
Tailored training and structured orientation
Annual Symposium including flights and accommodation
Continuing education opportunities, including ECC diploma support
RECOVER BLS and ALS certification training
Generous Greencross, Petbarn and Royal Canin discounts
Dedicated animal attendants to support the nursing team
A genuinely supportive and collaborative workplace
Positions Available
We are particularly seeking part‐time nurses to support our evening, overnight and weekend roster, with weekend shifts representing our primary area of recruitment.
If you're looking for a role where you'll be challenged, supported and surrounded by an incredible team while developing your ECC skills, we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Ecc Veterinary Nurse - Vrh Dandenong (Melbourne)
🏢 Greencross Pet Wellness
📍 Melbourne