Ophthalmic Nurse at St. Edmund's Eye Hospital

St Edmund’s is a premier clinic and hospital established in 1965 to provide ophthalmologic care in Nigeria.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures, and monitoring patient status in accordance with 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
• Educate patients and their families on the care and home treatment of eye disorders and diseases
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information
• Consults with Doctors as required to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations

  Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• Minimum 1 year experience as an Ophthalmic Nurse or interest in the field

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• Membership in a professional nursing organization desired

• Substantial knowledge of basic eye care and ophthalmic nursing procedures
• Demonstrates leadership qualities
• Participate in the implementation of patient education and clinical support programs

NOTE: Ideal candidate will reside within the Surulere axis.