NURSES & RECEPTIONISTS

Amy is our nurse manager and has been with the team since 2012. She has completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing as well as diplomas in Avian, Reptile and small mammal nursing. In clinic, Amy coordinates nurse training and management as well as continuing on the floor in all aspects of small animal and exotics nursing. Amy is passionate about continuing education for her nurses so they can keep up to date with the most current treatment options for your pets. Outside of the clinic she teaches Veterinary Nursing and Animal Care at Tafe and cared for her menagerie of animals at home including Juno the Boston Terrier, Bowie the African grey Parrot, a flock of chickens and Cat and Nyx, her stock horses which she competes in polocrosse with.

Alicia has been a part of the team since 2010. She started as a volunteer whilst studying her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing which she completed in 2012. In the hospital Alicia loves being a part of all the patient treatments and procedures, watching them recover and go home happy and well. 

Dominique completed her certificate II in Animal Studies in 2017 and then began her certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing which she completed in 2020. Dominique joined the team at North Nowra Veterinary Hospital in 2019. She loves every aspect of nursing but more specifically has a strong interest in medical nursing, pathology and dentistry. In her spare time, Dominique enjoys paddle boarding and going on hikes. 

Emily started veterinary nursing in 2004 and has completed her certificate III and IV in veterinary nursing. Emily has since returned to the veterinary industry after pursuing other careers. Emily has 5 years veterinary nursing experience. Emily loves seeing our patients get well and is enjoying being back caring for the animals.

Erin began her career as a student at North Nowra Veterinary Hospital in late 2019, and has since worked at both the North Nowra and Jervis Bay locations.While currently still studying, Erin shares her time between our North Nowra practice and has recently stepped into a new role as an Emergency and Critical Care nurse at the Animal Referral Hospital.

Erin shares her home with her dog, Travis, Eclectus parrot, Mo, as well has her horse, Beau.

Her interests include nursing hospital inpatients and emergency & critical care.

Karley started at North Nowra Vets as a kennel hand in 2017. She has since completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. Karley has a particular interest in medical nursing, recovery, learning new skills and creating a bond with owners & their beloved pets. During her days off, Karley loves spending time and training her rescue Great Dane cross Kolby and her rescue Conure Bobbi. 

Kiarra started working at North Nowra Veterinary Hospital in January 2021 as a work placement student for her veterinary nursing studies. Since then, Kiarra has completed her certificate IV in veterinary nursing. 

Kiarra has a strong interest in medical nursing but would also like to learn more about animal behaviour. In her spare time, Kiarra enjoys snorkelling, and spending time with her close family and friends. At home Kiarra has a 12 year old border collie X kelpie named Gypsy and two budgies names Emu and Wilbur. 

Kirrily joined our team in 2009 as a Kennel hand whilst studying her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing which she completed in 2012. She has worked as a medical and surgical nurse at both our North Nowra and Jervis Bay practices. At home Kirrily cares for her cockatiel Audrey and her English Springer Spaniel Tonks.

Lily joined the team in 2021 and has been veterinary nursing for 10 years. She completed her diploma in veterinary nursing in the UK, as well as multiple diplomas in avian, reptile, small mammal, wildlife and zoo nursing. Lily has a keen interest in exotics, surgery and imaging. 

In her spare time she enjoys surfing, camping and travelling, as well as snuggles with her adopted rabbit Herb. 

Nicole is our wonderful and extremely talented behaviour trainer. She has been working in the Veterinary industry for over 30 years and has been with us since October 2013. You will often see Nicole giving advice to pet owners regarding any behaviour concerns they may have. She looks after our puppy classes and thoroughly enjoys seeing her puppy graduates grow up into well trained adult dogs. Nicole has two dogs and a rescued thoroughbred. 

Molly is one of the newest team members at North Nowra Veterinary Hospital. She has been working in the Animal Care industry since 2016 and she is a qualified Vet Nurse, Zookeeper and Safari Guide.  

Her experience extends from Zoo keeping at Taronga Zoo, field guiding in Africa to veterinary nursing in England.  Molly is passionate about wildlife & conservation and has had the privilege of working on various projects with research and veterinary teams including the dehorning of endangered rhinos. Molly is now happy to be back home in Kangaroo Valley. She has grown up with a menagerie of domestic pets and has been a wombat carer for many years. Molly feels so fortunate to care & be able to form a close connection with all the animals she meets at her work.

Rhiannon has a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing from Yallah Tafe and has been with us for many years now! She loves all animals but has a passion for horses and dogs in particular. She has 3 dogs a Kelpie called Nibbles, Panda a Cattle dog and Banjo a Shih Tzu x. She also has 2 cats Salem and Cleo and not to mention 6 horses that she has with her younger sister. On the weekends she can be found riding bush trails on one of her horses, or at home relaxing with her pets.

Ruby has been with is since 2017 where she completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and is now our head nurse at our Jervis Bay Clinic.

Ruby has always had a strong passion for animals and truly wants what is best for them. She has a strong interest for medical nursing, during her day you will find Ruby giving all her patients extra TLC. She has a real soft spot for our nervous patients where she will spend extra time with them, allowing them to have a positive experience when they come to the clinic. Ruby enjoys learning about canine behaviour and plans to expand her knowledge with future studies. 

In her spare time, you will find Ruby spending time with her three kelpies, Sootie, Dixie and Daisy. Cuddling up with her cat Trav or out riding her horse Gem. 

Stacey has been veterinary nursing since 2010 and over that time has developed a love for surgery and medical cases. She is looking forward to doing further studies in advanced surgical nursing. Stacey spends her spare time with her 2 dogs Baelfire the Dobermann and Freya the Chinese Created as well as Milo the Ragdoll.

Sharon joined the team in October, 2021 and comes with 35 years of veterinary nursing experience. She worked for 14 years in the laboratory for Racing NSW, and also has been a volunteer in the SES and Marine Rescue. 

In 2020 Sharon moved to the South Coast. Sharon has an interest in working with exotic pets. She has a Dobermann called Rhea, a Devon Rex called Kumiko and ten chickens. In her spare time she enjoys gardening and discovering the South Coast. 

Julie will greet you when you arrive at reception with her warm and welcoming smile. Julie also organises all of our stock for us and will locate any product you may require. Julie has been with us for more than 25 years and continues to provide the same professional and caring service to our clients and patients.

Danielle started out with the team as a weekend kennel hand before pursuing her dream job to become a veterinary nurse. She has completed her Cert II and III in animal studies in 2015 and her Cert IV in veterinary nursing in 2016.

Danielle always had a love for animals having been brought up with them all her life and growing up on her family farm. Dani was always making sure all our hospital animals get as much TLC as possible, whether it be a comfy bed, an extra treat or an extra cuddle. The team will always remember her bubbly personality, kind heart, beautiful smile and compassion for animals.