Job Description: Our client is seeking a confident and motivated Lead Veterinary Nurse to oversee a dynamic clinical nursing team in the Tasman region. This part-time position, working four days per week, offers the chance to combine hands-on clinical care with leadership responsibilities in a modern, well-equipped environment. The successful candidate will help drive nursing standards, mentor junior staff, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Performing advanced surgical and hospital nursing duties, including anesthesia and recovery monitoring
- Coordinating daily nursing workflows and clinical task allocation
- Mentoring and developing junior nurses within the team
- Participating in weekend or on-call rotations as required
- Collaborating with veterinarians to maintain high patient care standards
Package:
- Structured leadership training and management development support
- Dedicated CPD allowance for continued education
- Health, wellbeing, and employee assistance initiatives
- Support for NZVNA registration and annual membership
- Opportunity to participate in inter-clinic collaboration projects
- Access to advanced surgical and diagnostic equipment
- Uniform and tool-of-trade provisions
- Flexible part-time roster promoting work–life balance
- Recognition for leadership contribution and performance
- Friendly and professional environment that values teamwork
