Karen Grace Udtohan

Highly experienced Ophthalmic Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, and Deputy Sister with over 10 years of nursing experience across NHS and international healthcare settings. Specialist expertise in ophthalmology, eye casualty, laser procedures, advanced patient assessment, nurse-led clinics, and independent prescribing. Experienced in autonomously assessing, diagnosing, treating, and prescribing medications for anterior segment eye conditions within acute ophthalmic services.

Currently undertaking an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology at University College London (UCL), with ongoing advanced training in fundoscopy and management of complex ophthalmic presentations under consultant supervision. Recognised for strong clinical leadership, service coordination, staff supervision, and delivery of high-quality patient-centred care within fast-paced acute environments.

Deputy Sister / Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner - Eye Casualty and Laser Suite - Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Nottingham, UK

(2022-03)

• Provide clinical leadership and operational support within a busy Eye Casualty and Laser Suite.
• Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients presenting with anterior segment ophthalmic conditions.
• Prescribe medications appropriately within scope of practice as an Independent Nurse Prescriber.
• Manage nurse-led patient consultations and make autonomous clinical decisions in acute ophthalmic care.
• Currently developing advanced fundoscopy skills and management of more complex posterior segment presentations under medical supervision.
• Coordinate patient flow, escalation management, and prioritisation to ensure safe and efficient care delivery.
• Support and supervise junior nurses, healthcare assistants, and newly qualified staff.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives, clinical governance, patient safety, and staff education.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, optometrists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Staff Nurse - Eye Casualty and Laser Suite - Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Nottingham, UK

(2021-05 - 2022-03)

• Delivered specialist ophthalmic nursing care within a high-demand acute setting.
• Performed ophthalmic patient assessments, triage, and emergency eye care support.
• Assisted in laser procedures and maintained laser safety standards.
• Supported patient education and continuity of care.

Pre-assessment Nurse (Part-Time) - 18 Week Support Company - UK Wide - UK

(2021-02 - 2022)

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments across multiple healthcare locations within the UK.
• Identify patient risks and support optimisation for surgery and treatment pathways.

Pre-assessment Nurse - Nottingham Treatment Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Nottingham, UK

(2020-04 - 2021-05)

• Performed detailed patient assessments and clinical screening prior to surgery.
• Provided patient education and coordinated multidisciplinary communication.

Staff Nurse - Trauma and Orthopaedics - Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Nottingham, UK

(2017-08 - 2020-04)

• Delivered acute nursing care within a busy trauma and orthopaedic setting.
• Managed complex patient care needs while supporting rehabilitation and discharge planning.

In- & Out-Patient Staff Nurse - Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) - Philippines

(2013-11 - 2014-03)

• Delivered inpatient and outpatient nursing care within a post-disaster humanitarian setting.
• Supported emergency response and multidisciplinary patient management following Typhoon Haiyan.

Staff Nurse - Schistosomiasis Control and Research Hospital - Philippines

(2012-07 - 2013-11)

• Provided general nursing care and patient management within an acute hospital environment.

Private Duty Nurse - Welcome Home Pensione Residence - Philippines

(2014-04 - 2015-02)

• Delivered individualised patient care and support within a residential care setting.

MSc - Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology - University College London (UCL)

Qualification - Nurse Independent/Supplementary Prescriber - University of Nottingham (2022 - 2022)

NMC Registered - Adult Nurse - Nursing and Midwifery Council UK (2017 - 2017)

Master - Management - Leyte Normal University (2014 - 2017)

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Colegio de Sta. Lourdes of Leyte Foundation, Inc. (2007 - 2011)