Job Description

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Now Hiring: Triage & Emergency Nurse (Veterinary Emergency Care)

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Step into a quick-paced, highly rewarding role where your clinical expertise directly impacts lives when it matters most.

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We’re seeking a skilled Triage & Emergency Nurse to be the first point of contact for emergency, urgent, and walk-in veterinary cases. In this critical frontline role, you’ll use your clinical judgement, communication skills, and calm under pressure to ensure every patient receives the right care at the right time.

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What you’ll do

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Triage emergency and urgent cases over the phone and on arrival

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Deliver rapid patient assessment and prioritisation based on clinical urgency

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Provide initial emergency care and stabilisation when required

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Support veterinarians with critical care, diagnostics, and treatment procedures

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Monitor patient vitals and escalate changes in condition immediately

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Maintain efficient patient flow through coordinated admissions and care planning

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Assist with CPR and emergency interventions when required

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Ensure clinical areas are fully prepared, stocked, and ready for emergencies

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You’ll be part of a high-performing team

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Work closely with ICU,



surgical, medical, and nursing teams to deliver seamless, high-quality emergency care. You’ll also play a role in mentoring junior staff and supporting a culture of learning and excellence.

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Why this role matters

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As the first point of contact in emergencies, your decisions help determine patient outcomes. You’ll be a key driver of patient safety, hospital efficiency, and compassionate care delivery in a high-pressure specialist environment.

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What we’re looking for

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Minimum 3 years’ veterinary nursing experience (emergency/critical care preferred)

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Confident in handling emergency care and triage

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Strong ability to make quick, sound clinical decisions

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Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills

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Confident and calm working in high-pressure clinical environments

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Experience with veterinary practice software (e.g. ezyVet advantageous)

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If you thrive in emergency care, love problem-solving, and want to be part of a team that makes a real impact every day—this is your next step.

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Apply now and be the calm in the storm when patients need it most.

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📌 Triage & Emergency Vet Nurse (Brisbane)
🏢 Vetpartners
📍 Brisbane