Veterinary ER Nurse Manager

Quartet Veterinary Specialty Hospital in Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Nurse Manager to lead the launch and development of our new Urgent Care service, the first phase of our exciting transition into a full-service 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Hospital.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape a growing emergency department from the ground up, influence hospital culture, and make a lasting impact on patient care, client experience, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the ER/ICU nursing team through coaching, training, performance management, and mentorship.

Oversee staffing, scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and daily departmental operations.

Partner with veterinarians, specialists, and hospital leadership to ensure exceptional patient care and efficient workflows.

Support departmental growth, operational excellence, and a positive, accountable team culture.

Coordinate training and continuing education initiatives to promote clinical excellence.

Provide clinical leadership and support daily case flow as part of a growing 24/7 emergency service.

This role requires a 50-50 split between the clinical floor and administrative duties.

Why Quartet?

Team First Culture – We believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional team support. We foster an environment where all team members are valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to fully utilize their skillset.

Awesome Benefits - We offer a competitive wage, generous paid-time off, medical, dental, vision, HSA, family leave, 401k + company match, continuing education allowance, pet care benefits, and more!

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE UP TO $4000

Qualifications:

Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, RVT, CVT) with 3-5 years of emergency medicine experience required.

Leadership experience of 3-5 years required, with experience of at least 2 years in veterinary ER/Specialty medicine.

Values the importance of accountability, the need to always act in the best interest of the patient and assumes positive intent when interacting with others.

Has a genuine interest in connecting with clients, referring veterinarians, and the community we serve.

Fear Free and RECOVER certification preferred

Joining Quartet Veterinary Specialty Hospital means being part of EVG Specialty Network (evgspecialty.com). Benefit from the collective expertise and resources of a network dedicated to advancing veterinary care. Enjoy access to continuing education, collaboration opportunities, and the support of a community committed to excellence in veterinary medicine.

Quartet Veterinary Specialty Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To learn more about us and what we do, please visit our website: https://quartetvet.com/

US Pay Range

$30 — $35 USD