AddressNight Nurse, Southpaws Specialty Surgery - Mornington
Our teams of industry experts ensure that the very best surgical, medical, cancer and critical care is delivered in a professional and comforting environment for pets their families. One of Australia's best-known referral hospitals, we aim to be the first choice for expert veterinary care.
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate and motivated nurse to work overnight at our Mornington Hospital. You will be expected to be able to:
- Monitor patient comfort and vital signs and maintain patient charts
- Administer medications.
- Handle patients, toileting and exercise
- Monitor & maintain CRI's, fluid therapy, urinary catheters, patient drains etc.
- Update patient records and communicate with clients as required
- Maintain a high standard of ward organisation and cleanliness
- Process, clean & pack surgical instruments
- Clean theatre & whole hospital as required
- Restock hospital
Requirements:
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification with 2 years experience
- A professional and positive demeanour
- An ability to deliver a high standard of patient care
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative both in a team and autonomously
- Exceptional organisational skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
The Benefits
Southpaws is committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe they should, rather than the way they always have. To help deliver on our goal of becoming an industry employer of choice, we have created career pathways that support year on year progression both for your capabilities as a professional, as well as your remuneration.
Southpaws is the only hospital in Melbourne to have full time Training & Development manager and Human Resources manager. These permanent on-site roles ensure the structure necessary to support people on their personal and professional journeys to fulfilling their potential.
- Generous pay and working conditions
- Industry leading employee discount scheme for family pets
- Dedicated HR and Training functions to help you fulfil your career goals and achieve your potential
- Monthly check-ins and dedicated platform for feedback and accountability at all levels in the hospital
- Monthly company-wide social initiatives to support deep, genuine relationships with colleagues
- The leading environment for veterinary professionals who wish to challenge the status quo and set new benchmarks for performance and capability
Apply online to be a part of this exceptional team!
