Veterinary Nurse Manager

Purosearch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Singapore seeks a Nurse Manager to oversee nursing teams and operations, focusing on clinical excellence and team development. Ideal candidates will have a nursing background with at least 5 years in supervisory roles. This position offers a competitive salary up to $11,000 SGD per month, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and diverse workplace

VISA sponsorship

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervisory or managerial roles in veterinary nursing or hospital operations.
• Strong expertise in patient care, staff management, and clinical workflow optimization.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing veterinary nursing team across multiple clinical departments.
• Oversee Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) operations with 24/7 nurse coverage.
• Drive hospital-wide clinical and operational excellence.

Skills

Patient care expertise

Staff management skills

Clinical workflow optimization

Interpersonal communication

Leadership skills

Education

Degree or diploma in veterinary nursing or general nursing

Advanced certifications (e.g., Cert III or Cert IV)

Job description

Nurse Manager – Veterinary Hospital (Singapore)

Highlights of the Role:

• Lead and develop a high-performing veterinary nursing team across multiple clinical departments
• Oversee Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) operations with 24/7 nurse coverage and optimized workflows
• Drive hospital-wide clinical and operational excellence, balancing patient care and efficiency
• Mentor and coach nursing staff, with opportunities to implement training programs and professional development
• Rotational 4-day work week with structured ECC shifts and dedicated operational day for process improvement

The Opportunity

Purovets is excited to partner with a leading independent specialist and emergency veterinary hospital in Singapore to recruit an experienced Nurse Manager. This is a senior leadership role, ideal for an experienced veterinary nurse with a passion for team development, operational efficiency, and high-quality patient care.

Role Overview

The Nurse Manager will lead the nursing teams across the hospital, with dual responsibilities for the Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) department and other clinical areas. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will ensure seamless hospital operations, implement standardized workflows, and maintain high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily hospital operations across all clinical departments, including audits, workflow optimization, and SOP implementation
• Oversee ECC staffing, scheduling, and performance, ensuring round-the-clock nurse availability and rapid response to emergencies
• Track clinical KPIs and implement data-driven improvements to patient care and operational efficiencyMentor, coach, and train nursing staff, fostering professional growth and maintaining a collaborative, inclusive work culture
• Manage workforce planning, scheduling, recruitment, disciplinary issues, and collaboration with universities for internships or externships

About You

• Degree or diploma in veterinary nursing or general nursing, with advanced certifications preferred (e.g., Cert III or Cert IV)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervisory or managerial roles in veterinary nursing or hospital operations
• Strong expertise in patient care, staff management, and clinical workflow optimization
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Knowledge of veterinary healthcare protocols, compliance, and hospital administration

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience up to $11,000 SGD per month
• Health insurance and employee discounts
• Professional development opportunities and mentoring
• Inclusive and diverse workplace
• VISA sponsorship available

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned veterinary nurse to take a leadership role in a cutting-edge specialist and emergency hospital, driving excellence in patient care and nursing team development.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com.

And don’t forget – if this position isn’t for you but you know someone who may be interested, please share our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral (T&Cs apply).

Ref: JOB-54874