Veterinary Nurse – OOH / Emergency  

 

All Pets Veterinary Hospital, Drogheda, Co Louth 

Full-time, Permanent   

Salary €40,000-€45,000 DOE plus excellent benefits 

 

Start Something From the Ground Up 

All Pets Veterinary Hospital is launching a brand new out-of-hours and emergency care service - an exciting step for an already highly respected hospital. This is your chance to be part of that journey from day one, helping shape how ECC is delivered in a setting that prioritises both clinical standards and team support. 

 

You’ll be joining a dedicated night team, working in a structured, well-supported environment where emergency care is done properly, with the right people and resources in place. 

 

A Night Role That Actually Supports Work-Life Balance 

The rota has been carefully structured to give you genuine time to switch off and recharge. 

 

You’ll work a 7 nights on, 14 nights off pattern, with shifts running from 6/7pm until the 8/9am in the morning depending on the day. In your second week, there is a light back-up on-call requirement to help cover unexpected absence, with time off in lieu returned in your next working rotation. 

 

Overall, the role averages under 32 hours per week, offering a level of balance that’s hard to find in ECC - without compromising on salary or clinical exposure. 

 

Hands-On ECC Experience in a Modern Hospital 

Based in Drogheda, you’ll work in a busy, well-equipped hospital with access to digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, in-house lab facilities, surgical theatres, and dedicated inpatient wards. 

 

Your nights will be varied and engaging - supporting with triage, inpatient monitoring, emergency procedures, and delivering high standards of patient care. It’s an ideal opportunity to build confidence and deepen your ECC nursing skills in a setting where you’ll be actively involved. 

 

People You Can Rely On 

You’ll be part of a large, experienced team of vets and nurses, many with additional qualifications across a range of disciplines including ECC, surgery, and medicine. 

 

The culture is collaborative and supportive, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and open communication. Even on nights, you’ll feel part of a wider team that values your contribution and supports your development. 

 

 

Who This Role Would Suit 

This position would suit a confident, experienced Veterinary Nurse who enjoys the pace and variety of emergency work. 

 

You’ll need to be VCI registered, and comfortable working independently overnight. While ECC experience is beneficial, a strong interest in this area and a proactive approach to learning are just as important. This role isn’t suited to newly qualified nurses who require close supervision. 

 

  

Benefits - 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  

Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement  

Birthday Leave (paid day off on your birthday)  

Focus on Employee Wellbeing  

Paid Maternity Leave Package  

Paid Paternity Leave  

Cycle to Work Scheme  

Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre  

Paid Bereavement Leave  

Company Sick Pay  

Development  

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

Funding of any Certificates / Diplomas / PhD’s you may want to pursue  

Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical  

Professional Memberships  

VCI membership paid  

VDS cover paid  

Additional Benefits  

Annual Pay Reviews  

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Employer Pension Contributions  

Free Flu Inoculations  

Discounted Veterinary Fees  

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

  

More Than Just a Night Role 

This is more than a standard OOH position; it’s an opportunity to grow within a new service, backed by an established hospital with a strong reputation. 

 

If you’re looking to develop your emergency nursing skills, be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, and work a rota that truly allows you to recharge, we’d love to hear from you. 

 

Get in touch today to find out more.