Veterinary Nurse – Small AnimalThe Pet Hospital, Co WaterfordFixed Term Contract (12 months) | Part-time | Flexible HoursSalary up to €35,000 DOE (FTE)A Supportive Start or a Softer Pace – You ChooseWhether you're a new graduate looking for a kind, steady introduction to nursing life, or an experienced RVN hoping to step back and regain work-life balance, we'd love to welcome you to our small and friendly team at The Pet Hospital, right in the heart of Waterford City.We're a tight-knit practice with a genuinely warm atmosphere, where everyone looks out for each other. With no out-of-hours, no Sundays, and flexibility built into the role, this position is designed to support your wellbeing as much as your career.The Role & The PracticePart-time: 3 days per weekMonday-Saturday rotaNo OOH, no Sundays, no Bank HolidaysSmall Animal onlyYou'll be joining a team of 2 vets, 2 nurses, and 3 wonderful support staff. Our clinic is well-equipped with ultrasound, digital X-ray and in-house lab facilities, making it an excellent environment for learning or maintaining high clinical standards without overwhelming caseloads.Working With Us – Two Friendly Teams, One Supportive NetworkAlthough this position is primarily based at The Pet Hospital, our team works closely with our sister practice, City Vets, located nearby in Waterford. Both practice teams work seamlessly together, which means you may occasionally cover a shift or collaborate with their team from time to time. City Vets is a larger, well-equipped hospital with a broader caseload, offering you access to more varied clinical exposure and the chance to develop specific interests or explore new areas of nursing if you wish.We want to reassure applicants that this role remains predominantly at The Pet Hospital, with its small-team feel, supportive environment, and steady pace - but with the added benefit of having a larger hospital close by for growth, development, and extra experience.Why Waterford?Beyond the clinic, Waterford offers coastal walks, historic sites, artisan cafés, and a thriving cultural scene – a lovely place to live or commute to.Applicant requirementsA VCI registered veterinary nurse (or eligible for 2026 registration)All levels of experience will be consideredA friendly, approachable communicator who enjoys working in a collaborative teamBenefits – subject to pro rataWe recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:Work life balance22 days annual leave (pro-rata)Birthday leaveFocus on employee wellbeingPaid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive leave packagesCycle to work schemeEAP and wellbeing centre accessPaid bereavement leaveCompany sick payDevelopment€600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata)Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD's you may want to pursueBespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academiesLeadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice ManagersCareer progression opportunitiesProfessional membershipsVCI membership paidVDS cover paidAdditional BenefitsAnnual pay reviewsPawesome benefits – various discounts including retails and virtual gymEmployee pension contributionsDiscounted staff pet veterinary feesRelocation packagesFree flu jabsOpportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)If you're looking for a place where you can grow confidently or simply enjoy nursing again at a comfortable pace, we'd love to hear from you.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.