Locum Veterinary Nurse – Surgical Only – Capalaba, QLD
Location: Capalaba, QLD 4157
Employment Type: Locum / Short-Term
Role Type: Surgical nursing only (no reception duties)
Shift Times: 8:00am – 4:00pm (may finish earlier depending on caseload)

Dates Required – June 2026
Thursday 11 June
Friday 12 June

A well-organised and supportive small animal clinic in Capalaba is seeking an experienced Locum Veterinary Nurse to assist with surgical lists across the above June dates.

This is a theatre-based role only, with no reception responsibilities and no sole charge, making it ideal for nurses who enjoy focused surgical and anaesthetic work in a calm, structured environment.

Typical Caseload
Approximately 1–5 surgical procedures per day
Occasional hospital patients

Team & Support
Not sole charge
Working alongside:
Two senior nurses
One junior nurse

Equipment & Systems
You’ll be supported with a well-equipped theatre, including:
SpO₂ monitoring
ECG (oesophageal, alligator clips)
Oscillometric blood pressure
Capnography
Heated anaesthetic circuits
Bair Hugger & blanket warmer
IV fluids (pre-, intra-, and post-op)
Dental radiography
Ultrasound & x-ray
Oesophageal stethoscope
SmartFlow for workflow and medical records

Requirements
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
Strong surgical and anaesthetic monitoring skills
Confident, organised, and collaborative
Comfortable working in a theatre-only role