Charge Nurse, Level 1

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon•Bend, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon (VRCCO), you will become a vital member of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. Our approach combines a commitment to compassionate, individualized care with evidence-based practices, ensuring strong connections between our staff and the patient-guests and pet parents we serve. Here, you will discover a culture founded on teamwork, compassion, and going beyond expectations—leading to a fulfilling and impactful career in veterinary medicine. Why Choose VRCCO? VRCCO is recognized as a leader in advanced pet care, offering a diverse range of specialty and emergency services designed to meet the needs of our community. We currently provide dermatology, internal medicine, medical oncology, surgery, ophthalmology, neurology, physical rehabilitation, urgent care, and emergency services. We push to deliver outcomes otherwise not possible by supporting, developing, and having the expertise to perform such things as dialysis, joint replacements, and even pituitary surgery. To improve the experience for our patients and help support our amazing team we have created a purpose-built veterinary hospital campus, with an over 26,000 sq. ft. facility to serve our community. As we work together to prioritize the well-being of our patient guests, we are equally dedicated to our heroes (employees). We invest in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to support your health and well-being, both now and in the future. We are the only organization with Vet Cadets Childcare located at our flagship location and only a short drive from our Urgent Care facility. VRCCO has been Great Place To Work Certified since 2021. Come see the difference for yourself and be a part of our team. With abundant opportunities for continuing education and career advancement, you can develop a long and successful career with us.

Requirements

The Charge Nurse, Level 1 supports the daily operations of the veterinary surgery department by coordinating patient flow, assisting with surgical care, and maintaining a safe, organized clinical environment.
This role also helps manage staff scheduling needs and provides training and guidance to support team development and consistency in patient care.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient intake, surgical prep, anesthesia induction support, and recovery monitoring
Monitor hospitalized and post-operative patients, reporting changes to the medical team
Ensure accurate documentation of treatments, vitals, and patient status
Support daily work flow by coordinating patient movement between prep, surgery, and recovery
Communicate with veterinarians, technicians, and client service teams to maintain schedule efficiency
Help troubleshoot delays or workflow issues and escalate concerns to leadership when needed
Maintain cleanliness and readiness of surgical prep, treatment, and recovery areas
Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained, and functioning properly
Follow all safety, anesthesia, and infection-control protocols
Provide guidance and support to assistants and other nursing staff as directed
Help train new team members on patient handling, workflow, and clinic protocols
Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment