Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Clontarf, Dublin - Anicare Veterinary Group
Salary: Up to €35,000 DOE
Start Date: August 2025
Join a Team That Values Your Skills and Fuels Your Growth
Are you a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a supportive, progressive workplace where your work truly matters? At Anicare Clontarf, we’re looking for an enthusiastic RVN to join our friendly small animal team in one of Dublin’s most vibrant coastal communities.
Whether you're recently qualified or have a few years' experience under your belt, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a clinic that encourages continuous learning, collaboration, and compassionate care.
What’s the Role?
As an RVN at Clontarf, you’ll be an essential part of a highly skilled and welcoming team. Our nurses play a central role in delivering excellent patient care and building trusted relationships with our clients.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
*Surgical and anaesthetic nursing
*Nurse consultations and client education
*Inpatient care and medical treatments
*Stock control and pharmacy management
*Collaborating closely with the veterinary and nursing team
The details:
*Full-time (5 days/week, 40 hours) - flexible options available for the right candidate
*Weekends: 1 in 3 weekends
*No OOH or overnight shifts
*Shifts are flexible between 8am-8pm
Why Join Anicare Clontarf?
At Clontarf, we combine high clinical standards with a warm, people-focused culture. You’ll be working with a team that’s passionate about what they do-without losing sight of the importance of a balanced, fulfilling work life.
You’ll also have access to the wider Anicare Veterinary Group, offering mentorship, career development, and collaboration opportunities with an experienced multi-branch network.
Who We’re Looking For
You are:
*A qualified RVN or set to join the VCI Register by 2025
*Confident in anaesthesia and surgical nursing
*A proactive, team-oriented individual who brings positivity and care to the clinic
*Organised and detail-focused with a willingness to keep learning
*Open to working independently and taking initiative within your role
Experience:
*1-2 years is preferred, but we welcome new graduates-with full support and guidance provided
What You’ll Gain - Benefits Package (pro rata)
We believe in investing in our people so they can provide the best care possible-for patients, clients, and themselves. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
Work life balance
*22 days annual leave entitlement
*Birthday leave
*Focus on employee wellbeing
*Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive leave packages
*Cycle to work scheme
*EAP and wellbeing centre access
*Paid bereavement leave & Company sick pay
Free flu jabs
*Development& Career Growth
*€600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata)
*Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies
*Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue
*Leadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
*Career progression opportunities
Professional memberships
*VCI membership paid
*VDS cover paid
Additional benefits
*Pawesome benefits - various discounts including retails and virtual gym
*Employee pension contributions
*Discounted staff pet veterinary fees
*Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
Inclusive and Welcoming Workplace
At Anicare, we believe diversity strengthens our team and our care. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, actively welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including the BAME, LGBTQIA+, and disabled communities. We’re also a Disability Confident Employer and are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout your recruitment journey.
Ready to Build Your Future With Us?
If you’re a committed and compassionate RVN who wants to join a clinic that supports your growth, champions your wellbeing, and encourages continuous learning, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your next chapter with Anicare Clontarf.
Up to €35,000 DOE
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