Veterinary Nursing Manager - Paramus, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Paramus, NJ

5d•$80,000 - $102,000

About The Position

VEG is hiring a Veterinary Nursing Manager to lead the nursing team at its Paramus, New Jersey emergency veterinary practice. The role focuses on building an empowered, connected team and delivering exceptional patient care while fostering team development and a positive workplace culture. The manager works with hospital leadership and shift leads to support hospital operations, maintain medical excellence, and create learning and growth opportunities for team members. VEG hospitals operate 24/7, 365 days a year.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
At least 5 years of experience in a clinical veterinary nursing role.
At least 2 years of leadership experience.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.

Nice To Haves

A.S. or B.S. degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is strongly preferred.
Emergency-specific veterinary nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day workflow for the nursing team and ensure team members have the tools and support they need.
Oversee scheduling, payroll, productivity, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding.
Address patient-care issues and team dynamics with empathy and clarity.
Partner with hospital leadership and shift leads to align on goals and hospital workflow.
Use doctor feedback to guide team development and maintain medical excellence.
Lead in alignment with VEG values, particularly openness, togetherness, and heroic helping.
Promote learning through in-house training, mentorship, and development pathways.
Ensure team licensure, performance standards, and education programs are upheld.
Conduct meaningful one-on-ones and check-ins and mentor students to support long-term career growth.

Benefits

Competitive base compensation of $80,000–$102,000.
401(k) match.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited ER continuing education, and a travel stipend for eligible full-time employees.
Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Inclusive fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Referral rewards program.
Comfy scrubs, VEG merchandise, and food in the fridge.