Veterinary Nurse & Clinical Care Specialist

National Veterinary Associates; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Sick time

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Nurse/Technician to provide advanced nursing care and technical support in a fast-paced veterinary hospital. The role focuses on compassionate patient care, efficient medical workflows, and serving as a clinical resource for the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, anesthesia support, diagnostics, client education, and collaboration with veterinarians and staff to improve

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program preferred.
• Credentialed, licensed, or registered as required by state or provincial regulation.
• Strong clinical, technical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in emergency, specialty, or high-acuity practice.
• Interest in leadership, training, or advanced clinical development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, including intake, diagnostics, treatment, procedures, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs and clinical status, and document findings accurately in the medical record.
• Calculate, prepare, administer, and monitor medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by a veterinarian and permitted by law.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, including laboratory testing, imaging preparation, and sample collection.
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition.
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, pain management, and evidence-based medical care.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service team to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient care delivery.
• Partner with veterinary assistants to support efficient, team-based care by ensuring responsibilities align with each role’s intended scope and skill set.
• Support the development of the healthcare team through collaborative learning, knowledge-sharing, and clinical guidance.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, communication, and patient care.
• Provide clear, compassionate education to clients regarding diagnostics, treatments, medications, and ongoing care.
• Reinforce medical recommendations and ensure client understanding.
• Support client understanding of recommended treatments by answering appropriate questions and providing calm, compassionate communication during difficult situations.
• Practice in accordance with applicable state or provincial veterinary practice acts and hospital policies.
• Maintain active licensure, certification, or registration and required continuing education.
• Comply with all hospital protocols, including safety practices, infection control standards, and controlled substance procedures.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, accountability, and professionalism.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Properly use, clean, and maintain medical equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate effectively with the entire healthcare team to support patient care and hospital operations.

Skills

Clinical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program

Job description

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Nurse/Technician to provide advanced nursing care and technical support in a fast-paced veterinary hospital. The role focuses on compassionate patient care, efficient medical workflows, and serving as a clinical resource for the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include nursing care across all phases of the patient experience, anesthesia support, diagnostics, client education, and collaboration with veterinarians and staff to improve