About the role
Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a passionate and motivated Senior Clinical Veterinary Nurse to join our team at our central Tauranga clinic in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.
This is a full-time position with a varied and rewarding caseload, rostered weekends (one in five), and shared on-call responsibilities. You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care while working alongside a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth and high clinical standards.
Whether you enjoy surgical nursing, patient care, client education or mentoring others, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact every day.
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Clinical Veterinary Nurse, you'll be an integral part of our clinical team, providing outstanding care to patients and support to both clients and colleagues. Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering exceptional nursing care to hospitalised and surgical patients
Administering medications, monitoring patient progress, and supporting recovery
Assisting veterinarians with consultations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures
Providing compassionate support and education to clients, helping them make informed decisions about their pets' health and wellbeing
Maintaining high standards of clinic hygiene, infection control, and patient safety
Helping manage equipment, stock levels, and daily clinic operations
Contributing to a positive team culture and the ongoing development of our clinical services
What we're looking for
We're seeking someone who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine passion for animal welfare and teamwork. You'll ideally have:
A Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technology qualification (required)
At least 2 years' experience in a clinical veterinary setting
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
The confidence to work independently while also thriving as part of a collaborative team
A positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to contribute across all aspects of the clinic
A commitment to delivering outstanding patient and client care
What we offer
At Tauranga Veterinary Services Ltd, we are committed to the wellbeing and professional development of our team. In this role, you can expect:
Competitive remuneration that recognises your experience and skills
Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your career
A supportive, experienced and collaborative team environment
A vibrant staff social club that offers fun events, activities, and opportunities to connect with colleagues outside of day-to-day work
Paid wellbeing workshops that support mental health and wellness, including activities such as yoga, meditation, ice baths, and sauna sessions, alongside access to mental health support services and trained Mental Health First Aiders within our team
Working in a modern, purpose built and well-equipped clinic with high clinical standards
Our clinics are BestPractice® accredited and we have a strong focus and accreditations for Cat Friendly and Fear Free – with our Mount Clinic being the first Fear Free accredited clinic in New Zealand!
The opportunity to be part of an innovative practice that continually strives to improve patient care
The lifestyle benefits of living and working in the stunning Bay of Plenty
If you are a skilled Veterinary Nurse with a passion for animal care, we encourage you to apply now to join our team or email Jaimee Roelofs [email protected] for more information.