Ethos Veterinary Health
Veterinary Charge Nurse, Overnight
ECC - Charge Nurse -ON - Buckeye, AZ - Full Time
Veterinary Charge Nurse – Emergency & Critical Care
$30–$36/hour + $2/hour Overnight Differential | Buckeye, AZ | Full-Time
Schedule: Choose a 4/10 or 3/12 schedule. Overnight shift is 7 p.m.–7 a.m. with one weekend day required. Additional $2/hour shift differential applies to hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.
Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center (AVECCC) is hiring an experienced Veterinary Charge Nurse to lead and support our overnight emergency and critical care team in Buckeye, AZ. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys staff development, training, coaching, team leadership, and emergency hospital operations in a high-volume 24-hour veterinary environment.
In Your Day-to-Day You Will
Lead & Develop the Veterinary Team
Lead support staff by example and promote a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Mentor veterinary technicians, technician assistants, client service staff, laboratory technicians, kennel assistants, and other hospital support team members
Partner with the Training Coordinator to ensure new and existing employees receive effective onboarding and ongoing training
Participate in interviewing and selecting new support staff members
Review employee leveling criteria and benchmarks and support staff advancement
Conduct mid-year and annual performance reviews according to hospital protocols
Identify performance gaps and provide coaching, training, and follow-up to support employee success
Document training and coaching activities
Develop and teach department-specific training curriculum for ARISE Academy
Strengthen Communication & Team Engagement
Conduct beginning-of-shift huddles to align the team on patient care, staffing, and hospital priorities
Serve as a communication bridge between hospital leadership and overnight support staff
Hold regular check-ins with team members and participate in leadership meetings
Communicate hospital policies, procedures, and operational updates consistently
Identify opportunities for employee growth, development, and advancement
Recognize signs of employee disengagement and proactively address concerns that may impact retention
Foster a supportive environment built on accountability, respect, and collaboration
Support Emergency Hospital Operations
Monitor hospital areas and ensure staff are completing assigned responsibilities
Ensure appropriate veterinary medical techniques and hospital procedures are being followed
Reinforce exceptional customer service and help resolve client concerns and complaints when appropriate
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, OSHA requirements, and safety standards
Partner with the inventory specialist to maintain appropriate departmental inventory levels while supporting budgetary goals
Participate in the development and implementation of department policies and SOPs
Identify operational deficiencies and take a solution-oriented approach to improving hospital processes
Collaborate with the Leadership Team to maintain efficient, cohesive 24-hour emergency and critical care operations
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in a veterinary emergency, critical care, or specialty hospital
Veterinary technician or veterinary nursing background with demonstrated leadership experience
Experience mentoring, training, coaching, or supervising veterinary support staff
Strong understanding of veterinary clinical procedures and patient care
Ability to provide constructive feedback and address performance concerns professionally
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment
Solution-oriented approach to problem-solving
Ability to lead by example and foster a positive, accountable team culture
Commitment to continuing education and professional development
Veterinary technician license or certification preferred
About Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center
Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center (AVECCC) is a 24-hour emergency and critical care veterinary hospital serving the Buckeye and greater Phoenix Valley area. Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate emergency and critical care for animals around the clock.
Our mission is to inspire excellence in veterinary emergency and critical care, today and tomorrow.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid veterinary license renewal fees
Uniform allowance
Employee pet discount
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Apply today to join the AVECCC leadership team and help inspire excellence in emergency and critical care!
AVECCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.
About Ethos:
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
