About QVS and Pet ER:
Queensland Veterinary Specialist (QVS) is Australia's longest established, privately owned 24/7 specialist group.
We treat every pet as a cherished member of the family, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care.
We have three Specialist and Emergency hospitals currently Stafford, North Lakes with our newest hospital in the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
All our hospitals are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and veterinary technology to provide the very best in patient care.
You will provide exceptional 24/7 care in a fast-paced, high-tech ICU environment, working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team of specialists.
The Role
As an Emergency Veterinary Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to pets in critical situations.
Your responsibilities will include triaging emergency cases, assisting with and organising procedures, and providing compassionate support across both emergency and general wards.
Working closely with our team of specialists and clinicians, you'll ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
This role focuses on providing outstanding patient care across our emergency department including some time in the ICU (intensive care unit) and HDU (high dependency unit).
Your primary responsibilities will include:




Monitoring and assisting with patient care for our sickest patients
Supporting critical care vets in procedures
Delivering quality nursing care ensuring a smooth workflow between departments
Utilising advanced diagnostic and medical equipment in collaboration with the wider hospital team.
What we offer our Veterinary Nurses
A competitive remuneration package based on experience
Annual CPD allowances for external courses, including webinars, workshops, and conferences.
Healthy work life balance with access to our employee assistance programme (EAP).
A values-driven, high-performance culture that results in a collaborative, enjoyable and supportive work workplace.
Requirements of the Role
Cert IV veterinary nurse or Bachelor Veterinary Technology
Minimum 2 years' experience as a qualified veterinary nurse
Ability to work a rotating roster with availability in mornings, afternoon, evenings and overnights.
Be based at Sunshine Coast PT hours up to 30 per week with the ability to train at our North Lakes hospital
What will make you stand out
Experienced emergency and critical care nurses are highly encouraged to apply
GP nurses looking to transition to emergency will be considered
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📌 Veterinary Nurse - Emergency (Melbourne)
🏢 qvsg
📍 Melbourne