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Head Veterinary Nurse

New Zealand, Greymouth Employment contract · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Join a team where your work truly makes a difference for animals, clients and the wider West Coast community. West Coast Vets are looking for a Head Veterinary Nurse to lead our Greymouth clinic nursing team. This role suits an experienced Vet Nurse ready to step up into leadership, or a senior nurse wanting to grow and develop in a supportive, values-driven clinic.

Job Responsibility

  • Providing surgical and hospital nursing support, including anaesthetics, patient care and animal handling
  • Assisting veterinarians with clinical procedures and diagnostics
  • Leading and supporting the veterinary nursing team day to day
  • Delivering vet nurse consults and client education
  • Collecting and submitting diagnostic samples
  • Providing fluid therapy and IV catheter placement
  • Coordinating rosters, leave and team coverage
  • Supporting stock control and restricted drug recording
  • Promoting a positive, safe and well-organised clinic environment

Requirements

  • Hold a Certificate or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
  • Have at least 3 years’ experience as a Vet Nurse, including surgical support
  • Are a confident communicator with strong people skills
  • Are organised, proactive and calm under pressure
  • Hold a full NZ driver’s licence

Nice to have

Leadership experience

What we offer

  • Access to career pathways, CPD funding and leadership development
  • Access to a wider veterinary network, providing career pathways, shared learning and growth opportunities
  • Strong focus on wellbeing, safety and team culture

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