Ophthalmic Nurse Resume

Christine Miller

3664 Shearwood Forest Drive

Nashua, NH 3060

(555)-555-5555

[email]

Job Objective To secure an Ophthalmic Nurse position with your practice to enhance both my own experiences as well as the reputation of the physician.

Highlights of Qualifications:

• Significant Ophthalmic nursing experience
• In-depth knowledge of Action on Cataracts and implementing new initiatives
• Wide knowledge of eye terminology, anatomy and physiology of the eye
• Proficient with Ishihara plates, stereo test, Amsler grid, D-15 color test, Contrast Sensitivity test, and corneal topography
• Ability to ensure immediate referrals are seen by ophthalmologist immediately
• Ability to document ophthalmologist findings accurately and legible
• Ability to conduct biometry, tonometry, and visual acuity
• Ability to provide quality patient care, instruction and education

Professional Experience:

Ophthalmic Nurse, August 2005 – Present

Nevyas Eye Associates, Nashua, NH

• Provided care to persons with disorders of the eyes including blindness and visual impairment.
• Educated patient and assisted in surgery.
• Ensured patients receive pre-operative assessment.
• Participated pre-assessment and followed-up for cataract patients.
• Developed plan of care adhering to Trust guidance and clinical and management team.
• Provided service to post-operative patients, ensured queries and problems are addressed with appropriate follow up.

Ophthalmic Nurse, May 2000 – July 2005

Sabates Eye Centers, Nashua, NH

• Ensured patients receive a high standard of care by developing protocols and policies for Cataracts.
• Developed patient information relevant to the service and provided appropriate verbal information to empower the patient to make informed decisions.
• Documented medical notes.
• Completed Nursing history reviews.
• Communicated and liaised within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Supervised staff in the preparation and cleaning of the area.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Science, Siena Heights University, Adrian, MI

Example #2

Objective Seeking a responsible role as an Ophthalmic Nurse where my skills and knowledge can be enhanced and utilized effectively.

Career Profile:

• Extended ability to perform preliminary work up of eye patients including manual refraction.
• Ability to make surgery less stressful for the patient, easier on the surgeon.
• Immense ability to conduct biometry, tonometry, visual acuity and all other skills related to pre-and post operative assessment.
• Broad experience in medical history recording, visual field testing, and refractometry as well as other ophthalmic skills.
• Profound ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Nursing Experience:

Ophthalmic Nurse, 2004 to till date

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

• Conducted pre-assessment to ascertain patient is fit to undergo surgery.
• Held ophthalmic examinations.
• Worked with ophthalmologist supporting them and delivering outstanding care to patients whilst in the theatre environment.
• Carried out procedures and treatments for patients within the clinic setting as instructed by the doctor within agreed protocols and guidelines.
• Performed ophthalmic testing under the supervision of a physician.

Academic Background

Certified Registered Nurse Ophthalmology (CRNO), 2004

University of California, San Francisco, CA

B.S in Nursing, 2003

University of Texas Austin, Austin, TX