ANIMAL EMERGENCY TEAM LEADER - AUCKLAND WEST

ANIMAL EMERGENCY AUCKLAND WEST TEAM LEADER Are you a Senior Veterinary Nurse, looking for a new challenge in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role and further your career. VS A&E is an accident and emergency centre, providing after-hours veterinary care to the general public as well as clients of local general practice clinics. Our hospital in Henderson is a brand new purpose-built surgical and referral facility, with the latest up-to-date equipment. We have everything you will need to provide an excellent standard of care. The Role The role of VSA&E Team Leader role was established to provide support, coaching and leadership to all VSA&E nursing staff, for the purpose of achieving a high level of care for both patients and clients. However you wont be alone in this role, you will have the backing of a clinic wide Head Nurse to assist you in any areas you require. Your job will include:

• Involvement in managing the monthly nursing roster
• Leading the VSA&E nursing team
• Taking the lead in the development of individual staff
• Providing coaching/mentoring where needed to maintain a high performing nursing team

You will be required to work alongside the full A+E nursing team covering a variety of shifts, overall, the schedule is very attractive with plenty of off time, allowing a healthy work life balance. Your Skills and Attributes

• You must be a Diploma qualified veterinary nurse (or equivalent), with at least 3-5 years of clinical experience, in a senior role.
• You will have a strong background as a team player
• As a clear communicator, you will also be organized, self-motivated, and have a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• You will have demonstrable experience in providing support, mentoring and training to others.

What we can offer you

• Free access to our in-house intranet and learning portals
• A relocation package available for out of Aucklanders.
• Paid continuing professional development in areas of YOUR choice
• Paid enrolment in Recover CPR online course Basic AND Advance life support.
• Paid NZVNA annual subscription
• VSA hospital-wide social events, quiz nights and access to VSA’s annual Winterfest
• Night shift care package & snacks to get you through those tough nights.
• VSA Auckland Zoo VIP pass
• Amazing work life balance
• Easy access to the major motorways and bus routes

The VSA team have a reputation as a provider of professional veterinary services, where clients feel confident their pets are in safe hands and veterinary staff have the resources and skills to focus on doing a wonderful job. We have a beautiful new hospital to operate from – it’s an exciting time to join us! Please note that you must be able to work legally in New Zealand to apply for this position. We are happy to assist with work visas for the right applicant, and relocation assistance is available. #J-18808-Ljbffr