Head Nurse to Branxton Veterinary Hospital

Apiam Animal Health

Branxton, Newcastle, Maitland and Hunter NSW

Veterinary Services and Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals and Conservation)

Full time

Head Veterinary Nurse (Full Time)

Branxton Veterinary Hospital | Hunter Valley, NSW

Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse ready to step into a leadership role where you can mentor others, influence clinic systems and continue delivering exceptional hands-on patient care?

Branxton Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Head Nurse to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable, motivated nurse who enjoys leading from the front while remaining actively involved in surgery, hospital care, procedures and day-to-day nursing.

Located in the beautiful Hunter Valley, our hospitals have been caring for the community’s pets, horses and livestock for more than 28 years. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding veterinary care while fostering a positive, supportive and collaborative workplace culture.

About the Role

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key leadership role within the hospital. You will help develop the nursing team, support high standards of patient care, contribute to efficient hospital systems and work closely with veterinarians and clinic leadership to shape a positive team culture.

Your responsibilities will include:

Mentoring, coaching and supporting nurses and animal care attendants

Coordinating nurse onboarding, training and professional development

Building a positive, engaged and accountable nursing team culture

Championing high standards in patient care, anaesthesia, hospitalisation and infection control

Assisting with complex nursing, surgical and procedural cases

Coordinating daily nursing activities, workflow and resource planning

Helping identify and implement improvements to systems and processes





Working closely with veterinarians and clinic leadership to support smooth hospital operations

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Significant veterinary nursing experience

Previous leadership, supervisory or senior nursing experience highly regarded

Strong anaesthetic monitoring, patient care and clinical nursing skills

Excellent mentoring, communication and organisational ability

A genuine passion for patient care, nursing excellence and client service

A positive, cooperative and solutions-focused mindset

The confidence to work across both companion animal and equine services

Experience with Ezy Vet, IDEXX laboratories and IM3 dental equipment will also be highly regarded

Why Join Us?

At Branxton Veterinary Hospital and our sister clinic in Singleton, you will be joining a collaborative and experienced team that genuinely values its nurses. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care, nursing standards, team development and clinic culture while continuing to do the hands-on nursing work you love.

Permanent full-time position

Competitive salary package

Ongoing professional development and leadership training

Paid VNCA membership and support for AVNAT registration

Generous staff discounts on veterinary services, products, retail, travel and lifestyle benefits

Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support

Paid parental leave in addition to the Government scheme

Access to a broad network of nurses and leaders across Apiam Animal Health

Apply Now

If you are looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity in a supportive mixed practice environment, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and cover letter via the link below

Posted:03-09-2026

Salary:Attractive package will be offered to right candidate

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