North Shore Veterinary Specialist Hospital – Permanent Full Time Surgery Nurse North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is a boutique referral hospital centrally located in the heart of Sydney, providing leading specialist care 24/7, 365 days a year. We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic & experienced Surgical Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team on a Full‑Time basis (Part‑Time will be considered for the right applicant). About You Strong interest and experience in surgical procedures and patient care. Previous referral surgical nursing experience is desirable, but not essential. Knowledge of a wide range of surgical procedures and pre‑ and post‑operative patient care. Passionate about providing exceptional patient and client care. Professionalism, excellent customer service and empathy for clients in difficult situations. Ability to work autonomously with excellent time‑management skills. Harmonious teamwork with other hospital staff. Strong work ethic and friendly attitude. Experience in different sedation and anaesthesia techniques for sick and critically ill patients. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in English. Willingness to learn. Qualifications Certificate IV in Vet Nursing or Veterinary Technician degree with a minimum of four years’ experience. About the Job Ensure smooth running of the surgical service, including assessment of patients and planning the day. Assist with a range of specialist surgical procedures, CT, radiography, charting, and more. Place intravenous and urinary catheters; phlebotomy; run internal diagnostics and organise external tests. Perform high‑quality radiographs, anaesthetic (including intubation) and intensive care monitoring. Provide pre‑ and post‑operative care. Collaborate with clinicians and other services. Take leadership responsibility in running and managing cases and the hospital. Keep clients informed, provide advice, answer questions and soothe fears. Work weekday and weekend shifts, with public holidays required. About Us Our people are important to us. We want our workplace to be a happy, healthy place where team integrity and care is first and foremost. We want our people to thrive in a challenging and satisfying environment. Location: Sydney, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr