This position will provide preoperative and postoperative care to all patient populations going to and from CEI OR.

This includes neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients requiring ophthalmic care encompassing routine to complex diagnoses. Patient care is provided for both in and out patients on a scheduled as well as emergent basis.  98% of the patients are cared for on an outpatient basis with the remaining 2% being in hospital patients. Regional referral and covers majority of emergency cases especially for retina service.

Preoperative and postoperative care to all patient populations going to CEI OR. This includes neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients requiring ophthalmic care encompassing routine to complex diagnoses. Patient care is provided for both in and out patients on a scheduled as well as emergent basis. 98% of the patients are cared for on an outpatient basis with the remaining 2% being in hospital patients. Regional referral and covers majority of emergency cases especially for retina service.  Preoperative and postoperative care to all patient populations going to CEI OR.

The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities and patient populations. The Clinical RN's care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, and knowledge transferer [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role™]. Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RN's engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing for external hires.

Minimum of 2 years current Pre/Post/Perianesthesia Care nursing experience or 2 years current critical care nursing experience (*current: within 6 months).

Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of internal and external customers, including making correct judgments regarding ensuring safe conditions for patients, families, and other personnel. 

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills

Team building and conflict resolution skills

Strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask and manage workflows with frequent interruptions and changes.

Ability to work independently and to serve as a positive and professional role model. 

Must have demonstrated record of reliable attendance, punctuality and proven successful performance in past and present.

Current, unencumbered Oregon RN license

Current BLS issued by AHA required at time of hire

Current ACLS  issued by AHA  required at time of hire

Current PALS certification issued by AHA required at time of hire

BSN preferred to internal candidates.

More than  2 years current PACU or Critical Care /ED experience or in an ambulatory surgical setting

Cross trained to intra-operative role.

Experience in an Ophthalmology surgical setting

CPAN, CAPA, or any applicable nursing specialty certifications.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.


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