ICU Veterinary Nurse - Critical Care & Teaching

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking an ICU Veterinary Assistant to provide advanced nursing care in the high-acuity unit of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The role requires extensive clinical expertise and the ability to manage a varied caseload of small animal and exotic patients.

The position includes responsibilities such as overseeing critical monitoring, emergency response, pharmacological management, and mentoring veterinary students. Comprehensive benefits including medical plans, retirement programs, and academic assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician in an emergency or critical care clinical setting.
• Proven experience in teaching, coaching, or mentoring veterinary students in clinical settings.
• Advanced competency in managing high-acuity interventions and complex anesthetic recoveries.
• Strong aptitude for high-risk drug calculations and independent judgment in medical situations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service during stressful interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care in a high-acuity unit.
• Perform complex medical treatments and manage critical monitoring.
• Respond to emergencies and provide life-saving support.
• Manage pharmacological treatments and post-surgical recovery.
• Maintain infection control and clinical communication.
• Teach and mentor students in advanced patient care techniques.
• Record patient data accurately using hospital systems.
• Facilitate client visitations and maintain professional empathy.
• Ensure workspace safety and compliance with policies.
• Participate in team collaboration and problem-solving.
• Demonstrate physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Advanced Clinical Experience

Instructional Background

Specialized Technical Proficiency

Critical Thinking & Pharmacology

Communication & Resilience

Education

Completion of an accredited training program

Job description

North Carolina State University is seeking an ICU Veterinary Assistant to provide advanced nursing care in the high-acuity unit of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The role requires extensive clinical expertise and the ability to manage a varied caseload of small animal and exotic patients.

The position includes responsibilities such as overseeing critical monitoring, emergency response, pharmacological management, and mentoring veterinary students. Comprehensive benefits including medical plans, retirement programs, and academic assistance are offered.