Emergency & Critical Care Lead Veterinary Nurse

About the role

Neel Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Nurse to join our Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team. This leadership role is ideal for a skilled veterinary professional with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the ECC veterinary nursing team.
• Deliver high-quality nursing care for emergency and critical patients.
• Place IV catheters, perform blood draws, monitor anesthesia, and administer treatments as directed.
• Recognize common veterinary medications and assist with emergency procedures.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, team members, and clients.
• Prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Previous veterinary medicine experience required.
• Prior leadership or managerial experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and thrives in a fast-paced ECC setting.
• Experience with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, and drug recognition preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Career development and training

Pay

Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 / hour