Head Vet Nurse - Greencross Vets Noosa GP + Urgent Care
Full-time
Head Veterinary Nurse (Full-Time) | Greencross Vets GP + Urgent Care Noosa | Noosaville, Sunshine Coast
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career and help lead a team that's redefining the way veterinary care is delivered?
Greencross Vets GP + Urgent Care Noosa is looking for an experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team in a full-time leadership role.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring and developing others, and wants to play a key role in shaping the future of our unique GP + Urgent Care model.
Our purpose-built hospital bridges the gap between General Practice and Emergency, providing same-day care for pets requiring prompt assessment, investigation, treatment, or stabilisation.
No two days are quite the same, and as Head Nurse, you'll be right at the centre of it all.
About Our GP + Urgent Care Model
Greencross Noosa offers a unique model of care that combines the variety of General Practice with the excitement and unpredictability of Urgent Care.
We see a broad range of presentations including:
Vomiting and diarrhoea
Wounds and lacerations
Eye and ear conditions
Lameness and mobility concerns
Urgent medical presentations
Patients requiring stabilisation and ongoing monitoring
You'll work within a purpose-built hospital equipped with:
In-house blood analysers
Blood gas and coagulation testing
Digital radiography
Urinalysis equipment
Dedicated treatment and hospitalisation areas
Most importantly, you'll be supported by an experienced veterinary and nursing team who genuinely enjoy working together.
About the Role
As our Head Veterinary Nurse, you'll balance hands‐on nursing with leadership responsibilities, helping to create a positive, effective, and supportive hospital environment.
You'll be responsible for:
Clinical Leadership
Leading by example on the hospital floor
Supporting nurses across both GP and Urgent Care services
Coordinating daily workflow and patient care
Assisting with triage and urgent patient assessments




Supporting stabilisation and treatment of urgent cases
Maintaining high clinical and patient care standards
Ensuring protocols and procedures are followed consistently
Mentoring and coaching veterinary nurses
Supporting nurse training, onboarding, and development
Helping foster a positive and collaborative culture
Assisting with rostering and workflow management
Working closely with the Hospital Manager and Veterinary Leadership Team
Identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies and patient outcomes
Helping build and shape the future direction of the nursing team
Clinical Nursing Duties
Anaesthetic monitoring
Hospital and inpatient care
Diagnostic sample collection and processing
Administering medications and treatments
Assisting with procedures and diagnostics
Client communication and education
Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient hospital environment
Why You'll Love This Role
This is far more than a traditional nursing position.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Lead an experienced and capable nursing team
Be actively involved in shaping hospital processes and culture
Work across both General Practice and Urgent Care services
Develop your leadership and management skills
Continue utilising your clinical nursing skills every day
Work with a diverse and interesting caseload
Enjoy genuine work‐life balance with no overnight shifts
Make a meaningful difference for patients when they need care most
About You
We're looking for a nurse leader who is passionate about both patient care and team development.
You'll bring:
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technologist degree
Minimum 3+ years of veterinary nursing experience
Previous senior nurse, head nurse, team leader, or mentoring experience




Strong clinical nursing knowledge and practical skills
Experience within emergency, urgent care, referral, or busy GP environments highly regarded
Confidence with triage and patient assessment
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Strong communication and leadership capabilities
A collaborative leadership style
A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Most importantly, you're someone who leads with kindness, remains calm under pressure, and genuinely enjoys helping others grow.
Why Noosa?
Imagine finishing your shift and being minutes from some of Australia's most beautiful beaches.
Noosa offers an incredible lifestyle with:
Stunning beaches and coastline
National parks and walking trails
A thriving local community
Easy access to the broader Sunshine Coast region
It's the perfect place to combine a rewarding veterinary career with an exceptional lifestyle.
Why Join Greencross?
When you join Greencross, you'll have access to:
Strong leadership support locally, regionally, and nationally
Leadership development and management training opportunities
Access to LinkedIn Learning and VetWebinars
Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
Career progression opportunities across Australia's leading veterinary network
Fitness Passport
50% off Royal Canin products
25% off Petbarn products
Pounce discounts and cashback offers across retail, fuel, groceries, travel, insurance, and more
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Recognition and rewards programs
A culture built on teamwork, respect, and continuous learning
Come and Grow With Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join a hospital that continues to evolve and grow.
You'll have the chance to lead from the front, work alongside experienced veterinarians, develop the next generation of veterinary nurses, and help shape the future of GP + Urgent Care at Noosa.
If you're looking for a role where
your leadership is valued, your nursing skills are utilised, and you can genuinely influence the success of a growing team
, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Head Vet Nurse - Greencross Vets Noosa Gp + Urgent Care (Queensland)
🏢 Greencross Vets Noosa GP + Urgent Care
📍 Queensland