Veterinary Medicine Shift Supervisor - 3rd Shift/Overnights

Ethos Veterinary Health•Fort Wayne, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Overnight Shift Supervisor to join their nursing leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on supporting daily hospital operations, developing team members, and ensuring exceptional patient and client care during overnight hours. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, emotionally intelligent, highly collaborative, and passionate about coaching and supporting veterinary teams in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year experience in a veterinary emergency or specialty hospital
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Commitment to teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

Veterinary technician/nurse certification preferred

Responsibilities

Provide real-time leadership, support, and coaching to nursing team members during overnight shifts
Partner closely with DVMs and hospital leadership to support patient care and operational efficiency
Help coordinate workflow, prioritize tasks, and remove barriers to care delivery
Deliver constructive feedback and support ongoing team development
Address and de-escalate interpersonal conflicts professionally and respectfully
Lead shift huddles and communicate hospital priorities and updates
Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture aligned with hospital values
Support training initiatives and encourage continuous learning and growth
Monitor staffing and operational needs while escalating concerns appropriately