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Are you a Veterinary Nurse interested in joining our fast-paced, dedicated and friendly team? Sunbeam Vets are looking for a caring and enthusiastic RVN to join our team to cover maternity leave in Cobh, Co Cork.

The Role

• Full-time, specific purpose contract to cover maternity leave
  

• 40 hours over 5 days per week plus 1 in 5 Saturday clinic
  

• Salary €28,000-€35,000 commensurate with experience level
  

• Fully funded certificates
  

• Enhanced annual leave entitlements
  
  

Applicant Requirements

• All applicants must be registered with the VCI to practice Veterinary Nursing
  

• We are seeking a confident, experienced RVN with a strong focus on animal welfare and wellbeing
  

• All levels of experience will be considered
  
  

Apply now to find a work-life less ordinary. If you’re looking to be part of our welcoming, dedicated team, working to deliver the best possible care to animals in need, apply now.

Who are we?
We are a 100% Small Animal veterinary group based around Cork city. Our very busy referral hospital is based in Northpoint on the Northside of Cork city. We also have clinics located in Blackpool, Cobh, Passage West and on Kinsale Road. Our industry leading referral services include CT Scanning, Radiography, Ultrasound, Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Inhouse Laboratory, Orthopaedic Surgery (including spinal surgery), Hospitalisation facilities, Canine Hydrotherapy and Rehabilitation, and a 24-hour Emergency Service located in our main referral centre at Northpoint. We have a good client base with a strong focus on patient welfare and high clinical standards. The practice fosters a very supportive and caring environment where real emphasis is placed on ensuring a great work/life balance for all staff.

Our practice in Cobh has a close-knit, relaxed seaside community atmosphere. Our team is made up of 1 Veterinary Surgeon, 1 Veterinary Nurse and 1 receptionist. We have a loyal client base which is well established in this small picturesque coastal village.

Since opening in 2003 we have improved the range and quality of services available to our clients and we are continually looking to expand. At present, we have over 40+ staff members in our group including 16 Veterinary Surgeons, 18 Veterinary Nurses and 8 Support staff. Many of our Vets and Nurses hold their own certificates or specialize in their own area of interest and we encourage further professional development with our fully funded certificates.

Check out our website here: www.sunbeamvets.com

Comprehensive Benefits Package – subject to pro rata
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
Work life balance

• Minimum of 22 days annual leave
  

• Birthday leave
  

Focus on employee wellbeing

• Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive leave packages
  

• Cycle to work scheme
  

• EAP and wellbeing centre access
  

• Paid bereavement leave
  

• Company sick pay
  

Development

• €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata)
  

• Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies
  

• Leadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
  

• Career progression opportunities
  

Professional memberships

• VCI membership paid
  

• VDS cover paid
  

Additional benefits

• Annual pay reviews
  

• Pawesome benefits – various discounts including retails and virtual gym
  

• Employee pension contributions
  

• Discounted staff pet veterinary fees
  

• Sponsorship for overseas employees
  

• Relocation packages
  

• Free flu jabs
  

• Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
  
  

As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?
Speak to Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Shónagh Dawson RVN
Talent Partner (Ireland)
+353 (0) 86 085 0891
Shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com