Registered Veterinary Nurse - FTC
O'Dowd Veterinary, Ardee, Co Louth
Start Date: September 2025
Achieve True Work-Life Balance
Looking for a fulfilling veterinary nursing role without sacrificing your personal life? At O'Dowd's we offer just that.
We are currently seeking an RVN to join our dedicated and supportive team for a maternity leave contract. This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) with no out-of-hours, no Sundays and no Bank Holiday work. A 1 in 4 Saturday rota provides variety while protecting your time off.
Why Join Us?
1. No OOH, Sundays, or Bank Holidays
2. Varied caseload - work with both companion and farm animals
3. Welcoming, supportive team of experienced vets and nurses
4. Modern facilities: in house lab, digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental suite
5. Ideal for those interested in developing clinical and consultation skills
6. Located near the M1, with beaches just 20 minutes away
About the Role
You will be part of a collaborative, friendly team delivering high-quality veterinary care to both small and large animals. Duties include:
7. Surgical support and patient preparation
8. Inpatient care and recovery management
9. Nurse consultations and clinics
10. Farm vet assistance (including TB Testing)
11. Supporting reception when needed
What We're Looking For
12. Must be VCI registered (or eligible to join in 2025)
13. All levels of experience considered; experience preferred - new grads welcome
14. Full driver's license and transport essential
15. A proactive, team-focused nurse with a passion for excellent patient care
What We Offer
16. Salary based on experience
17. Friendly, inclusive team with a focus on mentorship and CPD
18. Access to a wide variety of cases
19. Enhanced annual leave packages including birthday leave, CPD leave, paid sick leave and more
20. Opportunity to work in a well-respected, community rooted practice
About Us
O'Dowd Veterinary is a long-established, mixed animal practice based in Louth, just off the M1. Our team consists of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Veterinary Nurses and 4 support staff, all committed to delivering gold standard care. We believe in nurturing our staff and promoting a healthy work-life balance. We take pride in delivering a high standard of care across all species and building long-lasting relationships with our clients. Our practice values teamwork, compassion and continual improvement.
Benefits - subject to pro-rata
Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing:
21. Enhanced annual leave package + birthday leave
22. Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave
23. Paid bereavement leave
24. Company sick pay
25. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
26. Cycle to Work scheme
27. Free flu jabs
Professional Development:
28. €600 CPD allowance + 3 paid days (pro rata)
29. Funded certificates, diplomas, and PhDs
30. Bespoke academies, including Graduate Nurse Academy and Nurse Evolve
31. Career progression pathways
32. Leadership Academy for future Head Nurses/Managers
Other Perks:
33. "Pawsome" perks - retail discounts, virtual gym, and more
34. Discounted veterinary fees for your own pets
35. Employee pension contributions
36. Access to internal groups such as LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board
Join us and be part of a passionate team making a real difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr