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Nurse Unit ManagerVECA - 24/7 Emergency Vet • Sydney, AU
Nurse Unit Manager

Nurse Unit Manager

VECA - 24/7 Emergency Vet • Sydney, AU
2 days ago
Job description

Veterinary Emergency Care Australia (VECA) is a state-of-the-art 24/7 emergency and general veterinary hospital providing comprehensive care for pets in need. Our team of experienced emergency veterinarians and highly skilled nurses uses advanced diagnostic technology to deliver fast, effective treatment for both critical and routine cases.

Services include emergency care, general veterinary care, surgery, intensive care, and on-site diagnostics including X-ray, ultrasound, and laboratory testing. VECA emphasises preventative care with wellness plans and tailored treatment programs to support long-term pet health. With a cutting-edge facility and a client-focused approach, VECA is committed to gold-standard veterinary care around the clock.

The Role

Full-time, on-site at our Hills, NSW hospital.

The Nurse Unit Manager oversees the nursing team, coordinating staffing, workflow, and clinical standards across emergency, general practice, surgery, and critical care.

Day to day you will:

  • Supervise and mentor the nursing team
  • Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality patient care
  • Support rostering and workforce planning
  • Support efficient triage and treatment of emergency and hospitalised patients
  • Collaborate closely with veterinarians and support staff to optimise patient outcomes
  • Maintain infection control and safety protocols
  • Uphold hospital policies and regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to process improvement and training and development initiatives
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and client-focused team culture
  • Complete associated administrative tasks

What You'll Bring

  • Demonstrated nursing leadership and management skills, with experience supervising or coordinating clinical teams
  • Strong clinical foundation with the ability to support evidence-based practice
  • Advanced nursing and critical care skills, ideally within an emergency or intensive care setting
  • High standards of patient care, including triage, monitoring, compassionate patient handling, and clear client communication
  • Relevant veterinary nursing qualification (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent) and current professional registration where applicable
  • Experience in a 24/7 or emergency veterinary hospital environment (highly desirable)
  • Proficiency in clinical documentation, veterinary practice management software, and infection control and safety protocols
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, fast-paced team
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and to supporting the growth of nursing staff

$65,000 to $90,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.

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