Ella Castanares

Clinical proficiency

• Detailed experience managing a range of Ophthalmic conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration & corneal diseases
• Proficiency in performing various ophthalmic procedures like visual acuity, tonometry, visual field testing, and fluorescein angiography
• Responsible in triage and managing eye emergencies
• Expertise in pre-operative and post-operative care for Ophthalmic refraction laser

Leadership and Team Skills

• Demonstrate ability to lead and mentor Junior nursing staff within ophthalmology department
• Experience in coordinating patient care pathways and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including ophthalmologist, optometrist and other health professionals involved with patient care
• Taking initiatives to identify and address quality improvement and opportunities within the department

Patient Care Focus

• Proven ability to conduct comprehensive patient assessment,
• Effective communication skills to explain ophthalmic conditions and treatment plans to patients and families
• Demonstrating empathy and compassion when dealing with patients experiencing vision problems
• Commitment to give and deliver high stand of nursing care
• Courage to face responsibilities in decision- making within the clinical setting
• Patient-centered approach to care

Professional development

• keep up to date with trends and research
• Stay motivated and develop new knowledge and skills to enhance practice enhancing confidence and self-esteem
• Discover new opportunities that can open higher level of career satisfaction