Job Description

Experienced ECC Veterinary Nurse – Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital

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Part -time | East Mornington

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Ready to take your ECC nursing career to the next level in one of Victoria's leading referral hospitals?

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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.

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Get a feel for life in our team: https://youtu.be/IOqHOHZZC2o

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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.

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We offer:

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- 24/7 emergency and referral services across ECC, surgery, internal medicine, and anaesthesia
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- A truly multidisciplinary, collaborative environment where every nurse plays a vital role in patient outcomes
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- Opportunities to work with trauma patients, ventilator cases, critical anaesthetics, transfusions, chest drains, central lines, and more
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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.

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About the Role

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- Part -time position ( 36 hours) , with a rotating roster of evenings, nights, and weekends
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- Leadership opportunities available for experienced nurses ready to step up
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- A quick-paced caseload where no two days are the same
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- Work in a University of Melbourne teaching site, helping to train the next generation of veterinary professionals
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About You

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We're seeking a confident and committed ECC nurse who thrives in a busy, referral-level hospital environment.

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You will have:

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- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or higher)
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- At least 2–3 years of ECC or advanced GP experience
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- Strong teamwork and communication skills
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- A positive attitude, adaptability, and passion for patient advocacy
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- Enthusiasm for continuous learning (and maybe even snacks and good vibes!)
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What We Offer

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- Work directly with two ECC specialists, a residency-trained registrar, and an experienced ECC vet team
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- Generous employee benefits, including discounted healthcare for your pets
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- Paid parental leave and a supportive culture where nurses are empowered, valued, and celebrated
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- Access to excellent referral hospital facilities
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- Exposure to advanced ECC cases rarely seen outside referral hospitals
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- Continuous professional development through in-house training, specialist-led CPD, and external allowances
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- Access to wellbeing programs, structured learning, and growth pathways
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For more Information and to apply

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If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career we'd love to hear from you. Reach out for a confidential chat with Joe Friend at [email protected].

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Visit our social pages on Facebook or LinkedIn to get a feel for who we are, and join our Vet Education Hub where you can access our Podcast Vet Wrap and all our educational videos for free.

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Learn more about at Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital: https://penvetreferral.com.au/careers/

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📌 Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse (Mornington)
🏢 VetPartners Australia and New Zealand
📍 Mornington