Veterinary Nurse

Registered Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal
Clontarf, Dublin – Anicare Veterinary Group
Salary: Up to €35,000 DOE
Start Date: August 2025Join 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

No OOH or overnight shifts

Shifts are flexible between 8am–8pm

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

€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.

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