Head Veterinary Nurse

About the role

Branxton Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinary nurse to lead its nursing team. The Head Veterinary Nurse will mentor staff, influence clinic systems, and continue providing hands‑on patient care in a mixed companion animal and equine practice.

Key responsibilities

• Mentor, coach and support nurses and animal care attendants.
• Coordinate onboarding, training and professional development for nursing staff.
• Build a positive, engaged and accountable nursing team culture.
• Champion high standards in patient care, anaesthesia, hospitalisation and infection control.
• Assist with complex nursing, surgical and procedural cases.
• Coordinate daily nursing activities, workflow and resource planning.
• Identify and implement improvements to systems and processes.
• Work closely with veterinarians and clinic leadership to support smooth hospital operations.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
• Significant veterinary nursing experience.
• Previous leadership or senior nursing experience (highly regarded).
• Strong anaesthetic monitoring, patient care and clinical nursing skills.
• Excellent mentoring, communication and organisational ability.
• Passion for patient care, nursing excellence and client service.

Required skills

• Experience with EzyVet practice management software.
• Familiarity with IDEXX laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of IM3 dental equipment.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time position with a 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.