Veterinary Nurse - Waikanae

Job Description

Join a supportive, experienced team where your nursing skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and work-life balance genuinely matters. Our Waikanae Veterinary Clinic, is a busy, well-established small animal practice located on the stunning Kapiti Coast. We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and highly supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet nurse who enjoys hands-on clinical work, values high standards of patient care, and wants to be part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together. This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week, Mondays to Fridays, with 1 in 4 Saturdays. Why You'll Love Working Here Located just a short walk from Waikanae train station, our clinic offers the perfect balance of career satisfaction and coastal lifestyle. Spend your downtime enjoying beautiful beaches, scenic bush walks, water sports, great cafés, and some of the region's best local dining. Our modern, well-equipped hospital includes: Fully equipped surgical suite Digital X-ray facilities Modern anaesthetic monitoring equipment In-house laboratory facilities As a Veterinary Nurse with our team, you'll be actively involved in all aspects of patient care, surgery, anaesthesia, diagnostics, and client support. Our nurses play a vital role in the hospital, and your skills and expertise will be highly valued. About You We're looking for someone who is: A qualified Veterinary Nurse with at least 1 year of clinical experience Confident in both medical and surgical nursing Skilled in anaesthesia monitoring and patient care Organised, adaptable, and able to thrive in a busy environment A positive team player who enjoys supporting colleagues An excellent communicator with both clients and team members Detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care What We Offer A welcoming and close-knit team culture Modern facilities and equipment A generous CPD allowance, including opportunities to travel for learning and development An annual wellness budget Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services Significant staff discounts across Animates retail stores and veterinary clinics Team dinners, social events, and celebrations throughout the year Involvement in local community initiatives and events Recognition awards that celebrate success and excellence A genuine commitment to work-life balance If you're looking for a clinic where you'll be supported, appreciated, and given opportunities to grow while enjoying an outstanding coastal lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr