How much does a Vet Nurse make in New Orleans, LA? The average Vet Nurse salary in New Orleans, LA is $71,145 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $49,760 and $80,389. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Vet Nurse?

A Vet Nurse, also known as a veterinary nurse or veterinary technician, is responsible for providing nursing care and support to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian. Their duties may include assisting with medical procedures, administering medications, monitoring and caring for hospitalized animals, collecting and analyzing samples, and educating pet owners on proper animal care. Vet nurses also play a crucial role in maintaining a clean and organized clinic environment and may be involved in administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing medical records. Strong communication skills, compassion for animals, and a deep understanding of veterinary medicine are essential for success in this role.

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Job Openings for Vet Nurse in New Orleans, LA
Crawfordsville Family Vet - Crawfordsville , IN
We're not looking for "just" veterinarians, vet nurses, and receptionists to join our family. We hire heroes. We hire hand-holders. We hire shoulders to cry on. Skills can be taught, and experience ...
JobGet - 11 days ago
At Truss Vet, we envision a more compassionate world where quality of life is elevated; where there ... As a Veterinary Nurse (VN) at Truss Vet, you are critical to the functioning and success of our ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago
... Vet Nurse
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago
Ethos Vet - Columbia , MD
Other general nursing care * Maintaining hospital cleanliness You'll need to be professional, trustworthy, punctual, and love working in a specialty environment! You will take this opportunity to ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 40 days ago
Ethos Veterinary Health - San Marcos , CA
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JobGet - 31 days ago
Bond Vet - Glenview , IL
Bond Vet is excited to open in Glenview in Summer 2024! We're looking for extraordinary veterinary technicians to join our team. We believe the role of a conventional nurse has not realized its full ...
LinkedIn - 73 days ago
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What is the average salary for Vet Nurse in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Vet Nurse in New Orleans, LA. The base salary for Vet Nurse ranges from $49,760 to $80,389 with the average base salary of $71,145. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,760 to $82,930 with the average total cash compensation of $71,319.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $71,145 $49,760 - $80,389
Bonus $174 $0 - $2,541
Total Pay $71,319 $49,760 - $82,930
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Kenner, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,456 - $81,514 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Metairie, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,483 - $81,558 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Marrero, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,483 - $81,558 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,987 - $80,755 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Gulfport, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,341 - $73,250 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
CITY, STATE Biloxi, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $45,702 - $73,833 COMPARE TO New Orleans, LA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Vet LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $36,408 MAXIMUM SALARY $51,092
JOB TITLE Vet Tech LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $32,180 MAXIMUM SALARY $45,440
JOB TITLE Vet Technician LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $33,341 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,081
JOB TITLE Vet Assistant LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $30,366 MAXIMUM SALARY $43,498
JOB TITLE Vet Receptionist LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $33,916 MAXIMUM SALARY $40,840
JOB TITLE Vet Hospital Manager LOCATION New Orleans, LA MINIMUM SALARY $77,680 MAXIMUM SALARY $105,517
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