Graduate Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Graduate Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal Start Your Veterinary Nursing Journey the Right Way Anicare Veterinary Group - Blanchardstown, Clontarf or Santry
Full-time or Part-time Permanent
€30,000 (SVN) - €32,000 (New Graduate RVN)

You've worked hard to get here - late-night study sessions, long placement days, and a genuine passion for animal care that's carried you through. Now it's time to take that next step.

At Anicare Veterinary Group, we're inviting final-year Student Veterinary Nurses and newly qualified RVNs to join us before or just after graduation, so you can transition into practice with confidence, support, and structure already in place.

This isn't just your first job, it's your launchpad. A place where you're encouraged, guided, and given the space to grow into the nurse you've trained to become.

Learn By Doing - Build Confidence From Day One

We know how important those early months are in shaping your career. That's why we've created an environment where learning happens naturally, every single day. You'll be immersed in all aspects of small animal nursing within a busy, first-opinion setting - gaining hands on experience in surgical nursing, anaesthesia, inpatient care, and nurse consultations. But just as importantly, you'll never be expected to figure things out alone.

With structured onboarding, approachable mentors, and an experienced team that genuinely wants you to succeed, you'll be supported to develop at your own pace. Ask questions, try new skills, and gradually take on more responsibility as your confidence grows - exactly as it should.

Three Clinics, One Shared Purpose: Supporting You

Wherever you join us - Blanchardstown, Clontarf or Santry - you'll find a slightly different environment, but the same supportive culture across the board.

In Blanchardstown, you'll work in a newly refurbished clinic with excellent facilities, including a dedicated dental suite, separate operating theatre, and DR x-ray system. With certificate holders in feline medicine and diagnostic imaging on site, it's an ideal setting if you're curious, ambitious, and keen to deepen your clinical knowledge early in your career.

In Clontarf, you'll become part of a long established, collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together. It's a great fit if you value camaraderie, shared learning, and being surrounded by experienced colleagues who are invested in your development.

In Santry, you'll join a close knit nursing team in a well equipped first opinion clinic. You'll play an active role in daily practice life - from assisting with surgeries and monitoring anaesthesia to engaging with clients and helping manage the clinical environment - building confidence through real responsibility, with support always close at hand.

Across all locations, you'll also benefit from being part of the wider Anicare network - giving you access to shared knowledge, mentorship, and opportunities across multiple clinics.

A Rota That Supports Your Life (Not Just Your Career)

Starting your career shouldn't mean burning out. We've designed our rota with balance in mind, so you can focus on learning while still enjoying life outside of work.

You'll typically work a 4 day week, with around 1.5 weekends in 6, and no out of hours or overnight commitments. That means you can build your skills in a sustainable, supportive way - without the pressure of exhausting schedules.

We also understand that flexibility matters. Whether you're looking for part time hours or a slightly different working pattern, we're happy to explore options that work for you.

Who Will Thrive in This Role

This opportunity is perfect for final year Student Veterinary Nurses graduating this summer or newly qualified RVNs who are (or soon will be) eligible for VCI registration.

More than anything, we're looking for attitude and enthusiasm. If you're motivated to learn, enjoy being part of a team, and genuinely care about delivering great patient care, you'll fit right in. You don't need to know everything - that's what we're here for.

More Than Your First Job - A Career That Grows With You

When you join Anicare, you're not just stepping into a role, you're joining a pathway. You'll have access to structured development programmes, including our Graduate Nurse Academy, alongside additional in house training and learning opportunities designed to build both your clinical skills and your confidence.

As you grow, so do your opportunities. Whether you discover a passion for surgery, inpatient care, client education, or leadership, we'll support you in exploring and developing your interests over time.

A Team That Feels Like Home

Starting somewhere new can feel daunting, but you won't feel like "the new person" for long.

We pride ourselves on creating friendly, inclusive teams where everyone supports each other and celebrates progress together. From your very first day, you'll be surrounded by people who remember what it felt like to be in your shoes and are genuinely invested in helping you succeed.

Supporting You, Professionally and Personally

We believe the best nurses are those who feel supported, valued, and able to grow. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from a package designed to support your wellbeing and development.

Comprehensive Benefits Package - subject to pro rata

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

Work life balance

22 days annual leave entitlement

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

Free flu jabs

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

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

Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhDs you may want to pursue

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

Pawesome benefits - various discounts including retails and virtual gym

Employee pension contributions

Discounted staff pet veterinary fees

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

Ready to Take That First Step?

If you're about to graduate and looking for a place where you'll be supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow into the best version of yourself as a veterinary nurse, we'd love to welcome you.

Join Anicare as a student nurse now and step confidently into your future as a skilled, capable RVN.

Anicare Vets, Blanchardstown Hospital

2 The Mews, Blanchardstown Village, Dublin, Dublin 15, Ireland

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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 Shonagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.