Veterinary Nurse Job at Kansas State University (Manhattan)

Veterinary Nurse

Kansas State University

Location:
United States , Manhattan

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

18.04 - 34.69 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an overnight Veterinary Nurse I, II, or III to join our dedicated Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team to help facilitate exemplary patient care. This position holds many engaging responsibilities including helping to provide vital care for critical patients, operating medical equipment, and performing or assisting in technical procedures. Nurses on this team assist in day-to-day responsibilities like monitoring medical records, organizing technical work, maintaining equipment and supply statuses, as well as coordinating animal treatments. Communication and collaboration skills will be utilized daily. Working hours for this position will be Wednesday-Friday, 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. and one Saturday overnight per month.

Job Responsibility:

Helping to provide vital care for critical patients
Operating medical equipment
Performing or assisting in technical procedures
Monitoring medical records
Organizing technical work
Maintaining equipment and supply statuses
Coordinating animal treatments

Requirements:

Completion of a two-year college program in veterinary and animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association
For Veterinary Nurse II: two years of relevant experience
For Veterinary Nurse III: five years of relevant experience as a veterinary technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) after passing the Veterinary Technician National Exam
Knowledge of basic veterinary medical concepts, animal behavior and animal husbandry
Skilled in interpersonal and written communication
Skilled in basic computer skills
Be willing to master new techniques
Ability to handle, restrain, and provide medical treatments to domestic animals
Ability to adhere to appropriate safety procedures
Ability to multi-task and work in high intensity environment
Ability to perform general diagnostic procedures
Skilled in time management and prioritizing daily responsibilities
Ability to work with and provide preventative maintenance for ordinary veterinary medical hospital equipment
For Veterinary Nurse II: Advanced knowledge of nursing care and assigned service requirements and policies
For Veterinary Nurse III: Ability to be a self-starter and be proactive in assisting others
Advanced knowledge of nursing care and assigned service requirements and policies
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

What we offer:

24 vacation days plus other paid time off (holidays, sick, and discretionary)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plans

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 25, 2026

Expiration:
February 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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