Emergency Vet Nursing Leader | Growth, Equity & Flexibility

VEG ER for Pets; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits (medical,

Dental and vision coverage

401K match

Equity after 1 year (eligible role)

Travel stipend for VEG CE

Clinical/leadership development

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Referral rewards

VEG swag

Job summary

VEG is seeking a Nursing Manager to lead our emergency nursing team and shape a culture where people are empowered, connected, and proud of their work. You’ll bridge process and purpose to ensure exceptional patient care while fostering growth for VEGgies.

This role transforms the emergency experience for the team, our customers, and yourself by managing daily nursing operations, development pathways, and cross-hospital collaboration.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVMT/LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
• 5+ years in a clinical veterinary nursing role; emergency experience preferred; 2+ years leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays; in a fast-paced, noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day flow for the nursing team and provide tools and support to shine.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, productivity, hiring, onboarding and offboarding.
• Address patient care issues and team dynamics with empathy and clarity.
• Partner with hospital leadership and shift leads to align goals and hospital flow.
• Use doctor feedback to guide team development and maintain medical excellence.
• Lead with VEG values—openness, togetherness, and heroic helping.
• Champion a culture of learning with in-house training, mentorship, and development pathways.
• Ensure licensure, performance standards, and education programs are upheld across the team.
• Drive meaningful 1:1s, check-ins, and student mentorship for long-term growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People skills

Emergency veterinary nursing

Mentorship

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

VEG is seeking a Nursing Manager to lead our emergency nursing team and shape a culture where people are empowered, connected, and proud of their work. You’ll bridge process and purpose to ensure exceptional patient care while fostering growth for VEGgies.

This role transforms the emergency experience for the team, our customers, and yourself by managing daily nursing operations, development pathways, and cross-hospital collaboration.