Veterinary Nurse Manager

Position Overview: The purpose of the Clinical Nursing/Training Manager position is to provide direct oversight of the clinical aspects of the veterinary hospital including personnel, equipment, and the facility. This position works in close allegiance with the Medical Director and Hospital Director and is considered a leader within the team culture.

Schedule: 4/10's or 5/8's per week. 10am - 8pm or 12pm - 8pm preferred. Flexibility needed, and some on- call requirements.

Compensation: Based on experience and skill set. Ranging from $60,000 - $70,000/ annually.

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental Vision
• 401k
• Short and Long- Term disability options
• Pet discounts
• Generous PTO
• CE allowance
• Uniform allowance
• & so much more!

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Assisting veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery.
• Proficient IV catheter placement.
• Proficient and accurate drug calculations and administration.
• Quality nursing and husbandry care of patients.
• Strong working knowledge of veterinary procedures and pharmacology.
• Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Perform and/or participate in all other diagnostics such as radiology, ultrasound, ECG, BP and glucose monitoring.
• Serve as a coach, trainer, and mentor to hospital staff in a positive, meaningful, and professional manner.
• Supports programs and decisions from the corporate level through the local level.
• Handles personnel matters in a professional and confidential manner to promote team building and trust.
• Works closely with team leaders, tech supervisors and hospital management to support decisions, protocols, and standards of care.
• Assists supervisors with daily flow of all clinical areas including personnel staffing and management, flow of patient care, procedures, and treatments; provides direct assistance to areas as necessary.
• Partners with DVMs and lead technicians to deliver consistent and outstanding patient and client care.
• Promotes proper handling, restraint, and treatment of patients in a mutually safe and beneficial manner.
• Directly oversees staffing needs in the hospital. 
• Participates in recruitment, interviewing and selection of non-DVM applicants for open positions.
• Oversees the management of staff scheduling while working closely with technician Supervisors, team leaders and DVMs with a goal of providing adequate staff coverage on a 24/7 basis.
• Handling calls outs and vacation requestions. 
• Takes after hours calls in relation to staffing issues.
• Participates in staff development, training, retooling and disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs and weights as well as providing client education
• Provide nursing care for in-hospital patients including all veterinarians requested treatments, diagnostics and medications 
• Accurately and completely record all treatments
• Conduct pre-admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients
• Perform client updates as necessary
• Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians
• Actively engages in Nursing Rounds
• Supports team members by assisting other areas, is receptive to feedback and suggestions.
• Engages in active problem-solving vs. problem-identifying.
• Makes suggestions related to client/patient service improvements and hospital efficiency.

Skills & Experience:

• Prior leadership experience is strongly preferred. 
• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• ER experience required. 
• VTS or CVT strongly encouraged to apply!

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 Veterinary Health 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.
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.