Emergency Vet Nurse

Great team environment, interesting casesCasual role with 2-3 shifts per week for busy seasonGreat penalty rates working weeknights, weekends and public holidays

AES Underwood is looking for experienced Veterinary Nurses to join our casual team during the busy tick paralysis season. If you’re looking to expand your clinical skills, gain exposure to emergency medicine, or simply enjoy the challenge of caring for complex hospital cases, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re seeking nurses who can commit to 2–3 shifts per week and support our hospitalised patients throughout this busy period. There may also be opportunities for ongoing casual shifts beyond the season for the right candidate.

As part of our nursing team, you’ll play a vital role in caring for hospitalised patients during one of our busiest times of year. We’re seeking nurses with strong patient care skills and previous experience managing hospital patients. Experience with tick paralysis cases will be highly regarded, although we also welcome experienced nurses who are keen to further develop their knowledge in emergency and critical care.

Why Join Us?

At AES, we want you to feel confident and supported from day one. You’ll receive practical onboarding, on-the-floor guidance, and access to learning resources to help you settle into the team and build your emergency nursing skills.

You’ll Benefit From

Support from experienced ECC nurses and veterinariansBuddy shifts and hands-on guidance as you learn our hospital processesAccess to online learning resources and CPD opportunitiesExposure to a wide variety of emergency and critical care casesOpportunities to develop your knowledge of tick paralysis management and intensive patient care

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Bachelor of Veterinary TechnologyA minimum of 2 years’ experience in veterinary nursingStrong patient care and hospital nursing skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesA calm, adaptable, and proactive approach in a fast-paced environmentReliable transport and flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays

What We Offer

Above-award wages plus generous penalty rates on most shiftsDiverse and rewarding emergency and critical care casesHands-on nursing experience including triage, pathology, radiography, treatments, surgery assistance, and patient monitoringA dedicated Client Care team to support nurses, veterinarians, and clientsA collaborative workplace where nurse input is valued and respectedUp to 70% discount on pet treatments and 50% off productsAccess to Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellbeing initiatives including Mental Health First Aid support, flu vaccinations, and wellness resources

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re an experienced veterinary nurse looking for an exciting seasonal opportunity and would like to gain valuable emergency and critical care experience while supporting patients through tick season, we’d love to hear from you.