Develop your career. The Well Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our purpose-built small animal hospital in Sligo. 

The Role 

• Full-time, Permanent position 

• 4 day work week (40 hours per week) 

• Some Saturday shifts from time to time 

• No OOH, Sundays or Bank Holidays 

• Salary €30,000-€35,360 commensurate with experience level 

• Clinical role with duties including; anaesthetic/analgesic monitoring, surgery rotation, nurse consultations, emergency triaging, in patient management. 

• 22 days annual leave (subject to pro rata) 

• On-site parking, access to public transport 

• Employer pension contributions 

• Robust benefits included (see below) 

What we need from you 

• VCI registered veterinary nurse 

• Experience in anaesthetic monitoring required 

• Must be able to function independently and as part of a team 

• Passionate about furthering your own nursing career through CPD and certificates 

• Uphold and contribute to a high standard of patient care 

• Ability to multitask efficiently during busier clinic days alongside the rest of the veterinary team 

Discover the team that wants you 

The Well Pet Hospital is a 100% small animal practice located in Sligo. Located between Lough Gill and the beautiful coastal town of Sligo, famed for its heritage history, local community and festivals. The Well Pet Hospital was established in July 2016 as a friendly, modern clinic where patient care is our number one priority. Our practice is bright and spacious, giving a nice environment to work effectively and comfortably as part of a larger team. Our expert team is made up of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 4 Veterinary Nurses, and 4 support staff (3 of whom are RVN’s themselves). We are a close-knit, professional team with some of our team holding certificates in Dermatology, Small Animal Medicine, and AVECC Advanced Life Support. We have a strong emphasis on work-life balance, and employee wellbeing.  We provide sponsorship and funding to local GAA teams, organizations and a local agricultural show. 

Benefits – subject to pro rata 

We 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 balance 

• Minimum of 22 days annual leave 

• 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 

Development 

• €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata) 

• Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies 

• 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 

• Annual pay reviews 

• Pawesome benefits – various discounts including retails and virtual gym 

• Employee pension contributions 

• Discounted staff pet veterinary fees 

• Sponsorship for overseas employees 

• Relocation packages 

• Free flu jabs 

• Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)  

As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.  

If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.  

Any questions before applying?  

Speak to Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.  

Shónagh Dawson RVN  

Talent Partner (Ireland)  

+353 (0) 86 085 0891  

Shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com