RN-Specialty Ophthalmology

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an RN in Specialty Ophthalmology. This full-time role involves providing professional nursing care, assisting physicians, and ensuring compassionate patient interactions. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a commitment to advocacy in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current valid state RN license required.
• CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to patients.
• Assists the physician in the treatment of patients.

Skills

Compassion

Professionalism

Communication

Ability to react calmly

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Mercy Ophthalmology Clinic - Springfield, MO

Full Time RN - 40 hours/wk

Overview

Provides professional nursing care to patients within the medical practice in support of, and as directed by, the physicians. Assists the physician in the treatment of patients and completes related clinical paperwork. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and employees, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned. All the duties, responsibilities and qualification documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees of St. Johns Health System are expected to comply with all federal, state and local regulations in addition to organization policy and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education:
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing, care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and their effects, patient education, principles to develop a self-care program, instruments and common safety practices.
• Licensure: Current valid state RN license.
• Certifications: CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
• Skill in assisting and performing a variety of medical treatments and procedures.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Must be able to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and the public.
• Basic computer terminal and keyboard skills, or the ability to learn these skills, in order to access information and enter clinical data.
• Equipment Used: Must be able to operate equipment normally related to the specialty of the clinic.
  

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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