Overnight Inpatient Nurse - Mitcham
Part time or Full Time
Work less, earn more!!
Melbourne Animal Referral Services (MARS) is a leading multidisciplinary specialty and referral hospital. To accommodate increasing demand for our services, MARS is relocating to a larger facility at 619 Whitehorse Road, Mitcham. In line with our core values, MARS veterinarians and nurses will continue to provide our own premium 24/7 patient care, and as we grow, so does our need for exceptional veterinary nurses.
We are an innovative business that provides a supportive and nurturing environment for all staff, combined with a strong commitment to the highest standards of patient care. While another veterinary business also operates from this site, MARS remains a separate and independently operated specialist hospital. All patients, caseloads, clinical services, and staffing are managed exclusively by the MARS team.
Take your nursing career to the next level with MARS
We actively support the professional growth and development of all staff, tailoring opportunities to their individual strengths. We are committed to empowering our team members to expand their skills and progress their careers, recognising dedication and initiative with increased responsibility.
We are proud of our close-knit workforce with a very strong team culture. We work very hard to achieve great outcomes for our patients while enjoying a happy and supportive team environment.
About the position:
- Overnight inpatient shifts run from 6.45pm – 7.15am
- A handover of all cases occurs at the beginning and the end of these shifts
- Highly autonomous role, with specialist support on call throughout the entire shift
- Remuneration: Highly competitive salary, well above award rates and commensurate with experience, plus a 30% loading on all overnight hours worked.
- Purpose-built facility with modern equipment & amenities
Non-Negotiables:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Proven experience and competence in inpatient nursing - Minimum 2 years
About you:
- High level of confidence for nursing independently
- Strong written communication skills. Accurate and thorough case handover is crucial
- Ability to maintain critical thinking and clarity in decision making
- Ability to follow and provide instruction
- Ability to lead and motivate those around you
- High level of initiative and willingness to help prepare for the next day’s cases
- Honest, reliable and loyal character
- Highly efficient with great time management
- Can do attitude and willingness to learn
- Knowledge of ezyVet & SmartFlow software highly regarded
- Flexibility to pick up an extra shift occasionally
- Sound work ethic
Clinical duties
- Post surgery inpatient care
- Administering medications, monitoring fluids and conducting regular observations as per individual case requirements
- Barrier nursing when necessary
- Providing seamless and supportive client communication
- Clear communication with all hospital staff to facilitate efficient procedures and optimal patient care
- Assistance with pack down, autoclaving and theatre prep sometimes required
Communication
- Always communicate in a positive and constructive manner with MARS staff and other stakeholders
- Foster a friendly and unified team environment
- Lead by example with exemplary work ethic, and a positive contribution to culture
For all enquiries, or to apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Kelley Johnson, Practice Manager - [email protected]
www.marsvets.com.au
Work Location: In person
