Ophthalmology RN: Specialized, Patient-Centered Care

Mercy Co; Nixa (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Ophthalmology Registered Nurse at the Springfield, MO location. This full-time role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, educate, and coordinate patient care with physicians and teams across departments.

You will ensure patient safety, maintain confidentiality, and uphold Mercy service standards while delivering high-quality ophthalmic care. The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, a current state license, and at least 1 year of hospital

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of nursing principles and skills for procedures.
• Knowledge of medications, patient education, self-care program and safety practices.
• Current valid state nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Delivers high-quality, patient-centered ophthalmology care through assessment, planning, and education.
• Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Maintains patient rights, confidentiality, and professional nursing standards.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Clear communication

Clinical data entry

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Mercy is seeking an Ophthalmology Registered Nurse at the Springfield, MO location. This full-time role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, educate, and coordinate patient care with physicians and teams across departments.

You will ensure patient safety, maintain confidentiality, and uphold Mercy service standards while delivering high-quality ophthalmic care. The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, a current state license, and at least 1 year of hospital