About the Opportunity
The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a qualified Veterinary Nurse in Emergency Critical Care to provide nursing and technical assistance with clinical and emergency cases presented to the small animal hospital.
* provide excellent care to critical patients within the Critical Care Unit, including monitoring/nursing care of oxygen dependant and ventilated patients
* assist clinicians and veterinary student interns with treatments and emergency medical procedures, focusing on student learning and engagement
* participate in RECOVER-based CPR
* triage of incoming emergency patients, assist with stabilisation and managing workflow of vets/students
* provide support for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical cases
* handle telephone and face-to-face enquiries, as well as after-hours reception duties
* maintain stock, including ordering of consumables, procurement of supplies, and control of stock quantities
* clean and maintain clinical spaces
* care for and maintain instruments and equipment