Eyecare Associates has been caring for families in the New Orleans community for over 40 years. Our doctors’ experience and commitment to their patients’ comprehensive eye care needs, has made them some of the most highly respected and trusted eye care providers in the south. Our team is dedicated to making certain our patients benefit from the safest and latest technological advances in vision health.
Position Summary
We are now hiring a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to support the clinic’s goals of providing each patient with a positive experience while receiving quality comprehensive eye care from the providers.
The Registered Nurse provides ongoing assessment and nursing care to patients in the facility in accordance with Physician’s orders, policies, procedures, and processes within the scope of practice. Participates in the teaching of patients and family and provides leadership by working cooperatively with the other health care team members. Collaborates with physicians and team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.
Responsibilities Observing facility policies, procedures, and processesPreparing patients for the planned procedureObtaining the patient’s medical history, including medications, allergies, and reactionsCarrying out physician’s ordersObserving the patient’s medical condition including vital signs, affect, pain, and symptoms requiring further evaluation and treatment, and escalating concerns to the physicianCommunicating to the patient and the care team in an effective mannerRelaying information to appropriate personnel concerning a patient’s condition Educating the patient including providing instructions in preparation for dischargeAdministering medications per physician orderAppropriate documentation of careSupervising non-licensed personnel as assigned Maintaining appropriate supplies and medicationAssisting with the preparation and performance of proceduresAssisting in medical records maintenanceUtilizing safe practices and controls to protect patients and self from infection and exposureMaintaining patient privacy and confidentiality at all timesMaintaining patient’s rightsMaintaining positive and effective interpersonal relationshipsReporting and documenting any unusual occurrences and incidents in a timely mannerUtilizing proper body mechanics while liftingServing as a clinical resourceDemonstrating professional accountabilityOther duties as assigned Qualifications High school graduate or GED certificate recipientGraduate of accredited school of nursingActive RN license in the state where work will be conducted.BLS and ACLS certificationCurrent Pre-0p/PACU experience (within past 2 years) Ability to make sound nursing judgment based on nursing theory.Demonstrates primary nurse accountability through coordination, communication, and continuity of patient care.Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan, and implement direct patient care.Assumes responsibility for competency of practice and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education.Working knowledge and experience in hospital or ambulatory surgery center including direct patient care.Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately.Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized, and cost-effective manner.Knowledge of patient monitoring equipment. Company BenefitsWe offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:
MedicalDentalVision401k w/ MatchHSA/FSATelemedicineGenerous PTO PackageWe also offer the following benefits for FREE:
Employee Discounts and PerksEmployee Assistance ProgramGroup Life/AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance Long Term Disability InsuranceEyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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