Veterinary Nursing Manager - Chicago, IL (South Loop) at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Excellence, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Veterinary Technology, Patient Care, Conflict Resolution, Training and Development, Budget Management, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Interviewing, Onboarding, Supply Management, Mentorship, Emergency Care, Veterinary Standards

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

WHO WE ARE: VEG is revolutionizing the Veterinary Emergency experience. Our mission is to help people and their pets when they need it most. Emergency is our middle name. It’s all we do, so we do it best! The way that Veterinary Emergency was meant to be is now a reality. We are reimagining every part of the process with a unique customer experience, a highly trained emergency focused staff, and on-site advanced diagnostic tools and treatments. Our patients see a doctor right away, and clients can stay with their pet through every step of the process. We literally tear down old walls to unite customers with their VEGgie heroes and to see the amazing work they do. We liberate our employees to be all they can be. We brush away systems that don’t make sense. We crush old rules. We breathe new life into the veterinary profession. CULTURE AT VEG: At VEG, we want people and their pets to feel safe, secure, and valued. We aim for our employees to feel the same way. We lead with our values of togetherness, openness, heroic helping, and meaningful moments. We are actively evolving to ensure that VEG is not only the best and brightest place to work today, but also a leader in how we think about elevating our employees to grow along with us. For our customers and their pets, we find a way to say, “Yes”. We do the same for our employees. THE ROLE: This is not your average Nurse Leadership role! You will work closely with your hospital manager to ensure a one team experience for VEGgies, excellent medical/nursing care and a high level of customer service. Your success is measured by their success which is achieved through servant and inspirational leadership! THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Nursing Excellence! Nursing team workflow and collaboration Manage Day-to-day operations of nursing team Supervise nurses, technicians and assistants Schedule nurse, technician and assistant shifts Manage nursing payroll budgets Maximize utilization of downtime Maintain VEG culture and values Interview and Onboard new hires (offboarding support as needed) Work in conjunction with hospital leadership Participate in weekly leadership meetings Address patient care issues and interpersonal conflicts Implement VEG Nursing Guidelines/Policies/Projects Ensure team has supplies/tools needed to perform nursing care excellence Frontline Partnership Bridge gaps and unify VEG team members Collaborate with Medical Director to establish expectations and maintain standards of nursing excellence Incorporate feedback from doctors in guiding the nursing team Collaborate with shift leads to identify areas for process improvement Nurse Education/Training Foster a learning culture for: Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Support growth of nursing team members Utilize in house trainers and other development tools Ensure credentialed veterinary technicians maintain licenses Participate in nursing team meetings and 1:1 check ins Drive development plans and performance improvements Organizes student internships and externships in coordination with Program Relations Manager Support training opportunities for New ER credentialed veterinary technician enrollees WHAT YOU NEED: 5+ years experience in a clinical Nursing/Technician role 2+ years experience in a leadership role AS or BS in Veterinary Technology Credentialed as a veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the location of the VEG practice Any Veterinary Technician Specialist is a plus, not required CVPM a plus, not required WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US: Because emergency is all we do, so we do it best! We also offer: Industry-leading‌ ‌compensation‌ We build our hospitals from scratch. You’ll be using all of the latest equipment and technology. Generous employee pet discount Referral rewards - tell your friends why they should come work for VEG too! Health‌, Vision, and Dental ‌Insurance‌ ‌ ‌ 401K‌ ‌w/‌ ‌company‌ ‌match‌ ‌ ‌ Paid‌ ‌parental‌ ‌leave‌ ‌-‌ ‌up to 10‌ ‌weeks‌ ‌of‌ ‌paid‌ ‌leave‌ ‌at‌ ‌100%‌ ‌of‌ ‌regular‌ ‌salary‌ ‌ Unlimited‌ ‌Continuing Education opportunities - we want to help you grow in your career! Flexible‌ ‌work‌ ‌schedules‌ ‌for‌ ‌a‌ ‌true‌ ‌work-life‌ ‌balance‌ ‌ ‌ Growth‌ ‌potential‌ ‌ ‌ Groceries‌ ‌sent‌ ‌to the hospitals weekly for the staff to enjoy,‌ ‌monthly‌ ‌and‌ ‌quarterly‌ ‌contests,‌ ‌quarterly‌ ‌hospital‌ ‌outings,‌ company-wide retreats,‌ ‌etc!‌ ‌ Lastly, because while our work is serious, we believe that it should also be fun! VEG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. You've found the equal opportunity employer you are looking for. We can't wait to meet you!

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Nursing Manager will oversee the nursing team, ensuring excellent medical care and customer service. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, supervising staff, and fostering a learning culture.