Bandana Kumar
Auckland,Manukau
Summary
Dedicated and patient-oriented Nurse with over 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with independent nurse-led Intravitreal injection clinics in Ophthalmology services. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmology Nurse
Counties Manukau Health
07.2019 - Current
- Oversee and independently lead nurse-led Intravitreal injection clinics as Nurse Injector
- Screen e-referrals for Ophthalmology services and forward them to senior medical officers in respective specialities for grading.
- Act as team leader, coordinate and delegate tasks within scope of practice.
- Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Increase patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and compassionately answering questions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in providing comprehensive care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Consistently maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of medical records, which contributed to better decision-making by ophthalmologists and easier access to information for other healthcare professionals.
- Contribute to efficient clinic operations, managing appointments and updating patient records diligently.
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educate patients on various eye conditions, empowering them to make informed decisions about their treatment plans.
- Optimize clinical procedures through regular review and implementation of evidence-based practices in ophthalmology nursing.
- Triage patients to determine severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Achieve high levels of accuracy in medication administration, minimizing adverse drug reactions or interactions among patients.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills when liaising between ophthalmologists, staff members, patients, and families to ensure smooth functioning of daily operations within clinic setting.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Confer with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Conduct in-depth patient education sessions on eye care and preventive measures, resulting in increased awareness among patients about maintaining good ocular health.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Provide professional services and support in dynamic work environment.
- Resolve problems, improve operations and provide exceptional service.
- Complete paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing them for resolution.
- Pay attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work flexible hours to meet organisational needs/demands.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences - Nursing Education
The University of Auckland
Auckland, NZDiploma of Nursing - Nursing Education
Fiji School of Nursing
Fiji Islands1992
Skills
- Patient assessment/evaluation/consultation
- Team Coordination
- Documentation/Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Procedure Preparation /assisting surgeons with minor operative procedures
- Visual acuity testing
- Direct Patient Care
- Student Precepting
- Coordinating referrals
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Work Experience
August 1997-March 1998
Drake Medox-Bureau Nursing
1997
Colonial War Memorial Hospital, Fiji Islands
Coronary care Unit, Intensive care unit
1995-1996
Colonial War Memorial Hospital, Fiji Islands
Burns Unit
1992-1995
Colonial War Memorial Hospital, Fiji
Islands
Children's Ward.
Interests
Reading
Travelling
Cooking/Baking
Listening to Music
Movies
References
Upon request
Timeline
Ophthalmology Nurse
Counties Manukau Health
07.2019 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences - Nursing Education
The University of Auckland
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing Education
Fiji School of Nursing
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