Head Veterinary Nurse, Full Time, Leixlip, County Kildare
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Description
Location: Village Vets Leixlip (Previously Riverforest Veterinary Centre)
Report to: Lead Vet
Schedule: 40hrs P/W 5 day week (Monday to Friday) 1:4 Saturdays, 1:12 Sundays in OOH day time clinic
Salary: €40,000 - €50,000 (Depending on Experience) + €2,000 Joining Bonus + Annual Performance Bonus)
Our Clinic
We are currently looking to recruit for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our newly renovated clinic in Leixlip. Join our friendly team of two experienced vets, RVN, animal care assistant and front of house. Based in the Riverforest area in Leixlip, we have easy access to shops and coffee shops, with free parking available. We have a loyal and established client base, with daily surgeries and consultations.
About the Role
This is a key leadership role within the clinic, working closely with the Lead Veterinary Surgeon to drive performance, standards, and team culture. Alongside hands-on nursing, you will lead the nursing team and support the smooth, efficient running of the clinic.
Lead and support the nursing team, fostering a positive and high-performing environment
Assist with surgeries, anaesthesia, and treatments to a high clinical standard
Oversee patient care, medication protocols, and clinical record accuracy
Manage rotas, annual leave, and team scheduling
Monitor stock control, costs, and clinic resources
Support financial administration and monthly processes
Ensure compliance with clinical and health & safety standards
Oversee front-of-house operations and client experience
Conduct 1-2-1s, performance reviews, and team development
Train and mentor new and existing nursing staff
Support day-to-day operations and wider clinic objectives
About You
Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
Minimum of 3 years working as an RVN
Interest in working in progressive practice as part of team
Proven leadership or senior nursing experience
Strong organisational and communication skills
Passionate about high clinical standards and patient care
Confident mentoring and developing team members
Proactive, reliable, and team-focused
What’s in it for You
Health cash plan
Pension scheme
Gym membership subsidy
Free pet health plan
Paid charity day
Additional leave with service
Funded CPD including, allowances, webinar series, new graduate programme, training platform access, and certificate funding
Statutory sick pay
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive benefits
Bike to work scheme
You must be legally elligible to work in Ireland
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