Veterinary Nurse, Ward & ICU – Teaching Hospital

University of Pennsylvania Engineering; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a skilled Veterinary Nurse to provide advanced nursing care across multiple wards. The role supports medical and surgical patients, including pre- and post-operative care, ICU transfers, and isolation cases in a fast-paced teaching environment.

Responsibilities include triage, medication administration, venipuncture, EMR usage, and student instruction. Eligible shifts offer a $1000 signing bonus and growth opportunities within Penn Vet.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience working with hospitalized small animals on IV fluids.
• CVT or board eligible–must sit for boards within 3 months of hire.
• Veterinary Technician levels A–E reflect increasing experience and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care across Fluids, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Isolation Wards.
• Assist in pre- and post-operative care and ICU transfers.
• Manage isolation cases and triage inpatients.
• Perform venipuncture, IV placement, catheter placement, and meds administration.
• Instruct veterinary and nursing students and communicate patient updates.

Skills

Veterinary Nurse

IV Fluids

Surgery Support

ICU Transfers

Education

CVT

Board eligible

2-3 years experience

3-5 years experience

5-8 years experience

8+ years experience

Job description

Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a skilled Veterinary Nurse to provide advanced nursing care across multiple wards. The role supports medical and surgical patients, including pre- and post-operative care, ICU transfers, and isolation cases in a fast-paced teaching environment.

Responsibilities include triage, medication administration, venipuncture, EMR usage, and student instruction. Eligible shifts offer a $1000 signing bonus and growth opportunities within Penn Vet.