Ophthalmic Nurse at Eye Doctors

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Job Description

• The Ophthalmic Nurse works directly with Surgeons and hospital staff to assist with Ophthalmology procedures and clinical, administer medications, prepare and assist with surgeries and educate patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures, and monitoring patient status following an approved nursing practice.
• Provide pre and post-operative care to patients
• Provides appropriate counsel and education to patient/family regarding disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information
• Consults with Doctors as required to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assists with examinations, procedures, prescription refills, and other processes related to patient care.
• Keep commitments and keep the direct supervisor informed of work progress, timetables, and issues.
• Advocate and assist in maintaining a clean, neat, and cheerful environment where our patients feel comfortable.
• Protects confidentiality of patient's Personal Health Information
• Follows work attendance policies; maintains consistent attendance with no unexcused absence
• Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanour following Company policies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• 2-3 years of nursing experience required
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Candidates with relevant experience and qualifications in Post-Basic Ophthalmic Nursing
• Demonstrates leadership activities works under stressful situations and possesses well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Membership is a professional nursing organization desired
• Willing to act and eager to adopt new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Participate in the implementation of patient education and clinical support programs
• Patient-focused approach
• Good counselling and organizational skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible, team player, and critical thinker