RN-Specialty Ophthalmology - FULL TIME

Mercy Co; Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Ophthalmology Registered Nurse in Springfield, MO. The role delivers high-quality, patient-centered care through assessment, planning, and patient education, coordinating with physicians and the care team to improve outcomes.

The Ophthalmology RN supports safety and evidence-based practice, maintaining nursing standards and competencies while providing compassionate care within Mercy’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, care, and examination procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and safety practices.
• Current valid state license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient-centered care.
• Assess and plan patient care; educate patients.
• Coordinate care with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Emergency response

Communication

Data entry

Education

RN licensure

Nursing program graduate

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

Position Details

Located at MERCY SURGERY CENTER, SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI. FULL TIME.

MINIMUM Qualifications

• 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 license.

Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent hospital-based nursing experience required.

Certifications: CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of employment.

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 clear 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

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Ophthalmology Registered Nurse delivers high-quality, patient-centered care through assessment, care planning, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. This role supports patient safety, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and positive patient outcomes while maintaining professional nursing standards and required competencies.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.