Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) ICU Nurse / Veterinary Nurse I in East Lansing, Michigan
Working/Functional Title
ICU Nurse
Position Summary
Provides patient care for ill and injured animals in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. This position will be working in the VMC Emergency and Critical Care unit; instructs and demonstrates techniques to students, assists students, veterinary technicians and veterinarians in their work; maintains supplies, equipment and cleanliness of hospital areas.
This posting is for 10 positions.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software. May require experience in a veterinary hospital research setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Cover Letter, Resume, and Three Professional References
Work Hours
We are looking to fill all shifts.
Website
WWW.CVM.MSU.EDU/HOSPITAL
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting and carrying animals up to 50 pounds individually, or 150 pounds as a team.
Summary of Health Risks
TB risk or potential exposure to animal or specimens with Mycobacterium bovis. Work with animals or unfixed animal tissue. Wear a
respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).