Ophthalmology Registered Nurse - Patient Care Leader

Mercy Co; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Springfield is seeking an Ophthalmology Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care through assessment, planning, education, and collaboration with physicians and the care team. You will support patient safety and outcomes while upholding professional nursing standards.

Located at Mercy Surgery Center in Springfield, this full-time role requires a nursing degree, state RN license, CPR certification, and at least one year of hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate nurse with strong patient care skills.
• Knowledge of nursing principles and treatment room procedures.
• Active state nursing license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in ophthalmology.
• Assess, plan, educate, and coordinate with physicians and care teams.
• Ensure patient safety and confidentiality; document care per standards.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and adapt to changing patient needs.

Skills

Ophthalmology nursing

Patient care

Emergency readiness

Communication

EMR familiarity

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Job description

Mercy Springfield is seeking an Ophthalmology Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care through assessment, planning, education, and collaboration with physicians and the care team. You will support patient safety and outcomes while upholding professional nursing standards.

Located at Mercy Surgery Center in Springfield, this full-time role requires a nursing degree, state RN license, CPR certification, and at least one year of hospital experience.