Reynolds & Anliker Eye Physicians & Surgeons·Emporia, Kansas
The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for patients in the Pre-Op, Post-Op, and PACU departments. This includes supervising patient care in the operating room and ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations.
Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and ASC 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.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Ability to supervise and direct patient care in an individual Operating Room.
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.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program with a current RN license in Kansas. Previous nursing experience in relevant settings is preferred, along with strong communication and organizational skills.
Market context
Kansas nursing openings commonly favor candidates with prior bedside experience and current licensure, especially in settings that need nurses who can step in with limited onboarding. This role is competitive because it asks for an ADN with BSN completion within five years, one year of RN experience, a multi-state RN license, and BLS and ACLS certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your license status and certification dates before applying to save research time.