Ophthalmic Surgical Nurse - Pre/Post Op Expert

EyeSouth Partners; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k w/ Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO Package

Employee Discounts and Perks

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Total Eye Care Surgery Center in Leesburg, FL, seeks a Registered Nurse to support surgical care in a fast-paced ophthalmology setting. The RN will ensure patient safety, perform pre- and post-procedure tasks, and collaborate with physicians and staff to deliver excellent eye care.

Ideal candidates have an active RN license, BLS/ACLS, and current Pre-op/PACU experience, with strong judgment and time-management skills for high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state where work will be conducted.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Current Pre-op/PACU experience (within past 2 years)
• Ability to make sound nursing judgment.
• Experience in hospital or ambulatory surgery center settings.
• Ability to manage time and work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Observing facility policies, procedures, and processes
• Preparing patients for the planned procedure
• Obtaining the patient’s medical history, including medications, allergies, and reactions
• Carrying out physician’s orders
• Observing the patient’s medical condition including vital signs, affect, pain, and symptoms requiring further evaluation and treatment, and escalating concerns to the physician
• Communicating to the patient and the care team in an effective manner
• Relaying information to appropriate personnel concerning a patient’s condition
• Educating the patient including providing instructions in preparation for discharge
• Administering medications per physician order
• Appropriate documentation of care
• Supervising non-licensed personnel as assigned
• Maintaining appropriate supplies and medication
• Assisting with the preparation and performance of procedures
• Assisting in medical records maintenance
• Utilizing safe practices and controls to protect patients and self from infection and exposure
• Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
• Maintaining patient’s rights
• Maintaining positive and effective interpersonal relationships
• Reporting and documenting any unusual occurrences and incidents in a timely manner
• Utilizing proper body mechanics while lifting
• Serving as a clinical resource
• Demonstrating professional accountability
• Other duties as assigned
• High school graduate or GED certificate recipient

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

PACU experience

Patient care

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Total Eye Care Surgery Center in Leesburg, FL, seeks a Registered Nurse to support surgical care in a fast-paced ophthalmology setting. The RN will ensure patient safety, perform pre- and post-procedure tasks, and collaborate with physicians and staff to deliver excellent eye care.

Ideal candidates have an active RN license, BLS/ACLS, and current Pre-op/PACU experience, with strong judgment and time-management skills for high-quality patient outcomes.