Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology - Ambulatory Procedural

Part-time and Full-time roles are eligible for a $30,000 sign-on bonus — apply today to learn more! This position is also referral eligible. 

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: https://iuhealth.org/applyrn. This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. Thanks for your interest in joining the team!

IU Health is seeking expert RN's who will have the opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in medicine. At IU Health, you will develop in significant ways, advancing healthcare for all! Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed with competitive benefits, a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths, and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can engage expertly, develop clinical expertise, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, apply today!

The Registered Nurse provides high quality care in a fast-paced ophthalmology clinic, supporting providers with procedural services including Fluorescein Angiography, blood draws for research studies, DNA swabs for research studies, and Photo-Dynamic Therapy Infusions / Lasers. Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, assisting during retinal procedures, monitoring patient safety, obtaining Prior Authorizations / Appeals, and providing education on treatment plans and post-procedure care. The RN administers medications, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures compliance with infection prevention and safety standards. This role collaborates with physicians and clinic staff to support efficient workflow and deliver an exceptional patient experience. The RN is also expected to support broader ambulatory operations by floating as needed across clinic areas, assisting with general Ambulatory Clinic needs, and supporting communication workflows such as message pools.

This is a full-time, day shift position M-F 8-4:30pm.

Qualifications:

• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred. 
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Two years experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Knowledge of procedures for performing the functions appropriate to the specific clinical area and familiarity with designated pieces of equipment and supplies.
• Requires ability to coordinate a number of functions for a group of patients in an effective timely manner.
• Requires awareness and understanding of legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.