Veterinary ER Nursing Leader

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health and wellness benefits

Travel stipend for ER CE

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Referral rewards

VEG training & leadership programs

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a Nursing Manager to lead a veterinary nursing team and foster a culture of compassion, collaboration, and excellence in emergency care. You’ll bridge process and purpose, ensuring exceptional patient care while empowering VEGgies to grow and thrive.

This role focuses on transforming the emergency nursing leadership experience for staff, patients, and families, through strong leadership and mentorship within a fast-paced ER environment.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the state of the VEG practice is required (CVT/RVT/LVMT).
• 5+ years in clinical veterinary nursing; 2+ years in leadership.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day flow for the nursing team and ensure tools and support are available.
• 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 on goals and hospital flow.
• Use doctor feedback to guide team development and maintain medical excellence.
• Lead with VEG values—openness, togetherness, heroic helping.

Skills

CVT/RVT/LVMT credential

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Night/Weekend availability

Education

AS/BS AVMA-accredited program

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is seeking a Nursing Manager to lead a veterinary nursing team and foster a culture of compassion, collaboration, and excellence in emergency care. You’ll bridge process and purpose, ensuring exceptional patient care while empowering VEGgies to grow and thrive.

This role focuses on transforming the emergency nursing leadership experience for staff, patients, and families, through strong leadership and mentorship within a fast-paced ER environment.