ECC Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Located at the University of Melbourne in Werribee, GVH is a 24/7 multidisciplinary veterinary teaching hospital providing emergency, general practice, referral and specialist care.

Our wonderful teams span across Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging and General Practice, creating an environment where collaboration and learning happen every day.

Are you ready for your next challenge in Emergency & Critical Care?

Employment Type: Permanent & Casual Opportunities Available

Greencross Vet Hospital (GVH) is looking for experienced and passionate Emergency & Critical Care Nurses to join our growing 24/7 team.

This is an opportunity to work in a busy, multidisciplinary teaching hospital where no two shifts are the same. You’ll care for emergency and critically ill patients, work alongside experienced clinicians and specialist teams, and have access to advanced diagnostics, equipment and facilities — all within a team that values collaboration, learning and exceptional patient care.

As an ECC Nurse, you’ll be at the heart of our emergency service, providing hands-on nursing care to a diverse range of emergency and critically ill patients.

From stabilising emergency presentations and managing hospitalised critical patients to assisting with advanced diagnostics, procedures and emergency surgeries, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills, expand your knowledge and make a genuine difference to patients and their families.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients.
• Triage and assist with the stabilisation of emergency presentations.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics and surgeries.
• Perform technical nursing skills including venepuncture, IV catheterisation, blood sampling and patient monitoring.
• Monitor anaesthesia and provide high-quality post-operative and critical care.
• Recognise and respond confidently to changes in patient condition.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to patient care planning.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians, clients and the wider hospital team.
• Work collaboratively across our multidisciplinary hospital to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

We’re looking for nurses who enjoy being challenged, thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about developing their ECC skills.

Ideally, you will have:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent – essential.
• A minimum of 2 years' ECC experience, or approximately 5 years' General Practice experience with strong clinical skills.
• Confidence with venepuncture, catheterisation, anaesthesia monitoring and emergency triage.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Availability across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights, weekends and public holidays.

Why Join GVH?

• Competitive remuneration based on experience including shift penalties.
• A diverse and exciting emergency and critical care caseload.
• Exposure to complex cases and advanced veterinary medicine.
• Access to advanced diagnostics, imaging and intensive care facilities.
• Continuing education, advanced training and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative teaching environment alongside experienced clinicians and specialist teams.
• Opportunities to grow your career within GVH and the broader Greencross network.

Whether you’re an experienced ECC nurse looking for your next challenge or a skilled GP nurse ready to take the next step into emergency care, we’d love to hear from you.

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