Casual locum Veterinary Nurse - Greencross NSW North & Central
Greencross Pet Wellness Company – Turramurra NSW
Veterinary Nurse (Casual Locum) | NSW North & Central Region | Greencross Vets
Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse who can confidently walk into a clinic, hit the ground running, and provide immediate support to busy teams?
Greencross is looking for an experienced and capable Casual Locum Veterinary Nurse to support our clinics across Sydney's North Shore and Northern Beaches region.
This is a unique opportunity for a nurse who enjoys variety, flexibility, and the chance to work with multiple teams while making a genuine difference.
We're looking for someone who can confidently step into different clinic environments, adapt quickly, work independently, and provide experienced nursing support whenever our teams need an extra pair of hands.
You'll become a valued member of our regional nursing community, supporting clinics during periods of leave, high demand, and additional staffing requirements.
The role will primarily provide support across clinics including:
Greencross Hornsby
Greencross Chatswood
Greencross Brookvale
Additional opportunities to support other Greencross clinics across the wider NSW network may also arise from time to time.
Why You'll Love This Role
No two weeks will look the same.
As a Regional Locum Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a variety of experienced veterinary teams, broaden your clinical exposure, and build strong qualified relationships across multiple Greencross clinics.
This role offers:
Flexible casual work to suit your lifestyle
Exposure to a diverse range of clinics, caseloads, and teams
Opportunities to further develop your clinical nursing skills
A strong regional support network
Variety and challenge in your day-to-day work
The opportunity to positively impact clinics when they need support most
Whether you're looking for flexibility, professional growth, or simply love the variety that comes with locum work, this role offers it all.
About the Role
As a Casual Locum Veterinary Nurse, you'll be relied upon to provide experienced nursing support across a range of clinic environments.




We're looking for someone who can confidently integrate into existing teams and contribute from day one, often with minimal supervision.
This role is ideal for a nurse who is comfortable stepping into new clinics, adapting quickly to different teams and workflows, and confidently supporting both patients and colleagues.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting veterinarians during consultations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
Preparing patients for surgery and assisting in theatre
Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting post-operative recovery
Administering medications and treatments
Collecting samples and performing diagnostic testing
Providing hospital and inpatient careAssisting with emergency and urgent care cases when required
Maintaining patient records and treatment plans
Providing exceptional client communication and education
Supporting reception and administrative duties when needed
Maintaining hygiene, infection control, and clinical standards throughout the clinic
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
Has 2-3+ years of clinical veterinary nursing experience
Is confident across medical, surgical, and hospital nursing
Can work independently and use initiative
Is comfortable stepping into unfamiliar clinic environments and adapting quickly
Has excellent anaesthetic monitoring skills
Demonstrates strong communication and customer service skills
Is organised, reliable, and professional
Enjoys working collaboratively with a variety of teams
Holds a current driver's licence and reliable transport
Is willing to travel between clinics across Sydney's North Shore and Northern Beaches region
Most importantly, you're an experienced nurse who can confidently walk into a clinic, support the team, and provide outstanding patient care without missing a beat.
Why Greencross?




As part of Australia's leading veterinary care network, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits and professional development opportunities, including:
Ongoing continuing education and professional development
Access to VetEducation, VetWebinars, LinkedIn Learning, and other learning platforms
Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
Career progression opportunities across a national network of clinics and hospitals
Access to a broad community of veterinary professionals
Staff discounts on veterinary services and products, including Royal Canin
Access to Fitness Passport
Access to Pounce employee discounts across retail, travel, fuel, entertainment, and more
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental health and wellbeing support programs
A genuine commitment to work-life balance
Why Live and Work on Sydney's North Shore & Northern Beaches?
Few regions offer the lifestyle benefits of Sydney's North Shore and Northern Beaches.
From the leafy streets of Ku-ring-gai, Roseville, and Hornsby to the coastal lifestyle of Brookvale and the Northern Beaches, you'll enjoy working across some of Sydney's most sought-after suburbs.
Highlights of the region include:
Easy access to world-famous beaches including Manly, Dee Why, Freshwater, and Curl Curl
Stunning national parks, bushwalking tracks, and outdoor recreation opportunities
Excellent cafés, restaurants, and local shopping precincts
Strong community feel with loyal and engaged clientele
Convenient public transport connections and major road networks
Access to some of Sydney's most beautiful harbour, bushland, and coastal locations
A perfect blend of professional opportunities and lifestyle
Whether you're grabbing a coffee in Chatswood, exploring the bush tracks around Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, spending your weekend at the beach, or enjoying the vibrant local communities throughout the region, this role offers the opportunity to combine an exciting veterinary nursing career with an enviable Sydney lifestyle.
Join Greencross as a NSW North & Central Regional Locum Veterinary Nurse and become the skilled, trusted support our teams rely on when they need it most.
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📌 Casual Locum Veterinary Nurse - Greencross Nsw North & Central (New South Wales)
🏢 Greencross Pet Wellness
📍 New South Wales