Head Veterinary Nurse

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Head Veterinary Nurse (Full-Time) | Greencross Vets Richlands | Brisbane, QLD

Lead with Compassion. Inspire the Team. Grow with Purpose.

Greencross Vets Richlands is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Veterinary Nurse to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our clinic.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident senior nurse who enjoys mentoring others, driving high clinical standards, and creating a positive team culture while remaining hands-on in all aspects of veterinary nursing.

There's never been a more exciting time to join Greencross Richlands. Formerly Greencross Forest Lake, our clinic relocated to a beautiful purpose-built, co-located facility in May 2025, creating a modern environment designed to support exceptional patient care, efficient workflows, and an outstanding experience for both clients and team members.

As Head Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of our clinic alongside a supportive team that is passionate about pets, committed to clinical excellence, and genuinely invested in each other's success.

Why You'll Love Working at Greencross Richlands

At Richlands, we believe great clinics are built by great people.

Having recently relocated into our purpose-built, co-located hospital, you'll be joining a modern, growing clinic at an exciting stage of its journey. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely invested in delivering exceptional patient care while creating a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and empowered to grow.

What makes Greencross Richlands special:

• A beautiful purpose-built clinic designed with both patient care and team wellbeing in mind
• A loyal and engaged client base that has supported us throughout our transition from Forest Lake to Richlands
• A collaborative team culture where communication, trust, and teamwork are highly valued
• A varied caseload spanning medicine, surgery, preventative healthcare, and diagnostics
• Strong support from clinic leadership and the wider Greencross network
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to play a key leadership role in a growing clinic and help shape its future

Whether you're supporting complex cases, mentoring colleagues, or helping drive improvements within the clinic, you'll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together and takes pride in the care we provide every day.

About the Role

As Head Veterinary Nurse, you'll be a steady, dependable presence who is always thinking one step ahead. You'll lead by example, support your team, and help ensure the clinic operates smoothly and efficiently every day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and supporting the veterinary nursing team
• Mentoring, training, and developing nurses across all experience levels
• Building a positive, collaborative team culture
• Supporting veterinarians in consultations, treatments, and procedures
• Undertaking surgical nursing, pathology, hospital nursing, and team-based consulting
• Providing emergency and critical care nursing support when required
• Managing stock and inventory to ensure high-quality patient care
• Supporting workflow management and operational efficiency
• Assisting with administrative and reception duties when required
• Handling client enquiries professionally in person, by phone, and via email
• Coordinating equipment maintenance and repairs alongside the Practice Manager
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and clinic performance

This role offers the ideal combination of leadership, mentorship, and hands-on nursing.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• Has a minimum of 3+ years of clinical veterinary nursing experience
• Has previous leadership, mentoring, or senior nursing experience, or is ready to step into a leadership role
• Enjoys coaching and developing other nurses
• Has strong surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring skills
• Demonstrates excellent organisational and time-management abilities
• Is calm, friendly, empathetic, and professional
• Has strong communication and customer service skills
• Leads with positivity and a team-first attitude
• Has experience with RxWorks (desirable but not essential)

Most importantly, you're someone who enjoys helping others succeed and wants to be part of a clinic where teamwork, client relationships, and patient care are genuinely valued.

Why Live and Work in Richlands?

Richlands is one of Brisbane's fastest-growing western suburbs, offering excellent connectivity, convenience, and lifestyle.

Benefits of the area include:

• Easy access to Brisbane CBD via train and major motorway links
• Close proximity to Forest Lake, Springfield, and the Centenary suburbs
• Excellent shopping, dining, and local amenities
• Family-friendly communities and quality schools
• Beautiful local parks, walking tracks, and outdoor spaces
• Convenient access to both Ipswich and Brisbane
• Strong residential growth and community atmosphere

It's an ideal location for professionals seeking a rewarding career while enjoying a relaxed and connected lifestyle.

Why Join Greencross?

As part of Australia's leading veterinary care network, you'll have access to outstanding benefits and professional development opportunities, including:

• Ongoing continuing education and leadership development opportunities
• Annual Greencross Clinical & Leadership Conference
• Career progression opportunities across a national network of clinics and hospitals
• Access to a broad community of veterinarians and veterinary nurses
• Staff discounts on veterinary services and products, including Royal Canin
• Petbarn retail discounts
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to Pounce employee discounts across retail, travel, fuel, entertainment, and more
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mental health and wellbeing support services
• Leadership support at clinic, regional, and national levels
• A genuine commitment to work-life balance

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step into leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Greencross Richlands and help lead a team that's passionate about pets, committed to excellence, and dedicated to supporting one another every day. 🐾

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