Veterinary Nurse – Small AnimalValue Vets, Co CorkFull-time, PermanentSalary up to €35,000 DOEA Confident Nursing Role With Real ResponsibilityValue Vets in Cork is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team in a permanent, full-time position. This is a role for a confident, capable nurse who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in high clinical standards, and is comfortable being a key clinical presence within a small, busy practice.If you're looking for a position where your skills are trusted, your judgement matters, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference every day, this could be an excellent next step.The PracticeValue Vets is a well-established small animal practice with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care that remains accessible and affordable. We believe excellent care shouldn't be out of reach, and our team is deeply committed to treating every pet with kindness, respect and professionalism. The clinic is well equipped, with digital X-ray, ultrasound, kennelling facilities and modern diagnostic tools to support both medical and surgical cases. You'll be working alongside two experienced vets and a dedicated receptionist in a friendly, supportive environment where teamwork and communication are key.Your Role Day to DayThis is a hands-on nursing role with real clinical scope. You'll be responsible for delivering high standards of nursing care to both medical and surgical patients, monitoring anaesthesia and assisting with surgical procedures, and ensuring patients receive excellent care throughout their stay.You'll also play an important role in running nurse consultations, including post-operative checks, weight clinics, nail clipping and medication dispensing. Maintaining accurate clinical records, administering treatments in line with practice protocols, and upholding strict hygiene and infection control standards are central to the role.This position includes confident sole charge nursing, so it's essential that you're comfortable working independently, making sound clinical decisions and managing your workload effectively.Working Pattern and RotaThe role is full-time, working Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm, with weekend duties shared on a fair rota basis. Typically, this includes one in four Saturdays and one in six Sundays. The rota is designed to be predictable and sustainable, supporting a healthy work–life balance alongside a rewarding clinical role.Who This Role Will SuitThis position is best suited to an experienced Veterinary Nurse who has previously worked in a busy small animal practice and is confident working independently. You'll be organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to client care are essential, as is a proactive, reliable approach to your work. Previous experience in sole charge nursing, nurse-led clinics or leadership responsibilities would be an advantage, as would familiarity with practice management systems.Please note, this role is not suitable for new graduates, as it requires confidence and experience in sole charge nursing.Why Join Value Vets?At Value Vets, you'll be part of a practice that truly values its people. We recognise that our team is at the heart of everything we do, and we invest in staff wellbeing, development and long-term career progression.Work life balanceMinimum of 22 days annual leaveBirthday 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)Bespoke 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)Interested?If you're an experienced Veterinary Nurse looking for a role where you can work confidently, independently and to a high standard - while being supported by a friendly, dedicated team - we'd love to hear from you.Get in touch to find out more or to apply.€0 - €35,000 a yearUp to €35,000 DOEWe 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.