Veterinary Nursing Manager - Specialty & Emergency Services

Eclipse Specialty & Emergency Pet Care • Full-time • Whippany, New Jersey, United States • USD $40 - USD $55 / hour • 1w ago

This Is Not an Entry-Level Role.

This is a strategic, senior leadership opportunity for credentialed veterinary technicians who already think beyond the floor and are ready to shape systems, standards, and leaders — not just schedules.

We are hiring a Nursing Manager to lead and elevate our nursing department through strong supervisory leadership, clinical excellence, and intentional culture-building.

This role carries real authority, visibility, and impact across the hospital.

Meet Eclipse

Eclipse Specialty & Emergency Pet Care is a modern, privately owned specialty and emergency hospital built by board-certified specialists and a licensed veterinary technician who believe the future of veterinary medicine depends on exceptional teams — led exceptionally well.

Our 24/7 hospital supports Emergency & Critical Care alongside Internal Medicine, Neurology, Surgery, Oncology, Cardiology, Radiology, and Dentistry inside a purpose-built, naturally lit facility surrounded by wetlands and greenery. We have the tools (CT, MRI, ultrasound, in-house lab, blood gases), but more importantly, we have standards.

We hire people who take pride in their craft and expect the same from the environment they work in.

We don’t hire to fill gaps.
We hire to raise standards.

The Role

As Nursing Manager, you are responsible for the strategic vision, operational excellence, and leadership development of the nursing department.

This is not a role for someone who wants to manage tasks — it is for someone who wants to build leaders, define standards, and influence outcomes.

You will directly support and develop Nursing Supervisors, partner closely with the Practice Manager and Medical Directors, and ensure the nursing department operates with clarity, consistency, and clinical excellence.

You will not be micromanaged.
You will be expected to lead.

This Role Is for Someone Who:

Is already a respected clinical leader
Thinks in systems, not just staffing
Develops people, not just policies
Uses data to guide decisions, not gut alone
Balances high standards with sustainable team health
Is comfortable holding leaders accountable while supporting their growth

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Leading, mentoring, and developing Nursing Supervisors to maximize performance and leadership capability
Partnering with supervisors on staffing models, scheduling strategy, and resource allocation
Collaborating with the Practice Manager and Medical Directors to align nursing operations with hospital goals
Developing, refining, and enforcing nursing standards, protocols, and best practices
Overseeing training and professional development across the nursing department
Using metrics and data to drive continuous improvement in patient care, workflow efficiency, and team effectiveness
Supporting supervisors in conflict resolution and fostering a positive, high-performance culture
Ensuring the nursing department consistently reflects Eclipse’s mission, values, and clinical expectations

This is a hands-on leadership role. Clinical credibility is non-negotiable.

Who This Role Is For

You are likely a strong fit if you:

Are a credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)
Have 5+ years of veterinary nursing experience
Have at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Are confident in specialty and/or emergency medicine environments
Communicate clearly, especially during high-pressure situations
Care more about building excellent teams than protecting ego
Want to build something sustainable — not manage burnout

This role is not for someone seeking a title without influence or accountability.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base pay based on experience and demonstrated capability
Shift differentials up to 20% plus additional incentives for Friday and Saturday overnight shifts
Profit Sharing Bonus Opportunities
Health insurance starting Day One
401(k)
Generous PTO accruing immediately
CE support
Uniform allowance
Mental health and wellness resources inclucing an on-site Social Worker (joining us in 2026)
Transparent, accessible leadership

Compensation is aligned with defined clinical and leadership leveling frameworks.

Qualifications