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Sherry-Ann Burke

Sherry-Ann Burke

Ruby, St. Philip,Barbados

Summary

Nursing professional with extensive experience in pediatric critical care and chronic disease management. Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary teams and effective family education, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Proficient in geriatric assessment and clinical documentation, with a strong focus on patient advocacy and quality care.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Geriatric Hospital
01.2016 - Current
  • Delivered specialized care to elderly patients with cognitive and physical impairments.
  • Led dementia screening initiatives and coordinated care plans.
  • Advocated for the integration of psychiatric perspectives in geriatric care.

Registered Nurse/Supervisor

Queen’s Park Steel Shed
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Led vaccination and screening clinics during national health campaigns.
  • Supervised junior nursing staff and managed patient flow.

Registered Nurse/Supervisor

Paragon Base & GAIA
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Supervised COVID-19 swabbing operations.
  • Trained new swabbing staff and ensured quality sample collection.

Quarantine & Isolation Nurse

Paragon Base
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Provided nursing care for COVID-19 positive patients in quarantine.
  • Ensured strict infection control protocols and patient monitoring.

Registered Nurse

Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Monitored and assessed pediatric patients in critical care.
  • Educated families on post-discharge care for children.
  • Administered medications and managed IV therapies.

Graduate Nurse

Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Provided comprehensive care to pediatric patients.
  • Assisted in the management of acute and chronic conditions in children.
  • Collaborated with pediatricians and healthcare teams to ensure patient recovery.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

Barbados Community College
01.2021

Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing

Barbados Community College
01.2017

Certificate - Supervisory Management

UWI Global Campus
01.2017

Associate Degree - General Nursing

Barbados Community College
01.2007

Secondary Education - CXC/CAPE

Christ Church Foundation School
01.1994

Primary Education -

Beulah Primary School
01.1987

Skills

  • Geriatric Assessment and Care Planning
  • Psychiatric Nursing and Crisis Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Clinical Documentation

References

Dr. Walter Alleyne, Senior Medical Officer of Health (Ag.), Ministry of Health and Wellness, Barbados, +1 (246) 836-3536, walter.alleyne@health.gov.bb, Colleague at Paragon Base/GAIA

Timeline

Registered Nurse/Supervisor

Queen’s Park Steel Shed
01.2022 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse/Supervisor

Paragon Base & GAIA
01.2021 - 12.2022

Quarantine & Isolation Nurse

Paragon Base
01.2020 - 12.2020

Staff Nurse

Geriatric Hospital
01.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse

Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2013

Graduate Nurse

Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

Barbados Community College

Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing

Barbados Community College

Certificate - Supervisory Management

UWI Global Campus

Associate Degree - General Nursing

Barbados Community College

Secondary Education - CXC/CAPE

Christ Church Foundation School

Primary Education -

Beulah Primary School

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