Registered Nurse, Ophthalmology Clinic (PRN)

Eye Care Partners Career•Little Silver, NJ

About The Position

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com . Job Title: Registered Nurse, Ophthalmology Clinic Company: Monmouth Retina Consultants Location: Little Silver, NJ Travel: Travel to our other offices in Manalapan and Toms River, NJ is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement! Hours: PRN You will typically work between 24-30 hours per week (3-4 days per week) Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:15am-5:30pm You shifts will fall within these hours You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required in the state you will be working in SUMMARY Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and company policies and procedures. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his/her direction. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment.

Requirements

Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
Ability to respond to emergent situations.
Demonstrates a positive, friendly, courteous and professional manner.
Maintains effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
Able to work within a team.
Good communication skills: oral and written.
Has the ability to be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
Ability to work independently and within a group.
Attendance: Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences.
Observes assigned work schedules and hours.
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required
Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required in the state where the worksite is located
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
Should have knowledge of Nextech IntelleChart systems for charting
Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Printer, copier, telephone and fax

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred

Responsibilities

Ability to supervise and direct patient care in the clinic.
Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used in accordance to accepted standards of practice.
Complies with HIPAA regulations and is knowledgeable of patient rights.
Performs duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their license as defined by the State.
Supervises other personnel in the room and directs or assists as necessary.
Immediately reports and unusual occurrences to charge personnel, documents appropriately in the patient record.
Demonstrates primary nursing accountability through coordination, communication and continuity of patient care.
Assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
Maintains medical records in an accurate and legible manner.
Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and Q.A.P.I. program.
Follows Physician orders and directions from management.
Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
Assists in training new staff when needed.
Balances team and individual responsibilities.
Recognizes each department’s significance and works appropriately with other departments.