Shernette Rodney-Beal

Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with eight years of experience delivering exceptional patient care across high-acuity settings in Jamaica, the United Kingdom, and the United States. I began my nursing career in Jamaica, working in medical-surgical and accident and emergency departments, where I built a strong clinical foundation managing complex and emergent conditions in resource-limited environments. After relocating to the United Kingdom, I worked primarily in Haematology, expanding my expertise to include blood cancers and chemotherapy while continuing to care for medically complex patients.

I am currently practising on the acute stroke unit at Piedmont Henry Hospital in the United States, specialising in acute stroke management, comprehensive neurological assessments, and post-stroke rehabilitation. Licensed in Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS, I am proficient in evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient advocacy, neurological monitoring, patient education, and advanced clinical technologies, with a proven ability to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction in fast-paced healthcare settings.

Registered Nurse, Stroke Unit - Piedmont Henry Hospital - Stockbridge, GA

(2025-05)

Deliver specialised care to acute stroke patients, managing patients with a focus on rapid assessment and intervention.

• Perform neurological assessments using the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and monitor post-stroke complications, improving patient recovery rates.
• Collaborate with neurologists, physical therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans, enhancing patient mobility and functional outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on stroke prevention, medication adherence, and rehabilitation strategies, increasing compliance.
• Utilise the Epic EHR system for accurate documentation, ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards and hospital protocols.

Registered Nurse, Haematology and Chemotherapy - Nottingham City Hospital (NHS) - Nottingham, United Kingdom

(2020-12 - 2024-08)

Provided comprehensive, patient-centred care on a high-acuity blood-borne conditions and oncology ward, supporting patients undergoing chemotherapy and treatment for haematological disorders and blood cancers.

• Delivered safe administration of chemotherapy and supportive medications, closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions, treatment complications, and disease progression in a resource-constrained setting.
• Conducted thorough clinical assessments, managed central venous access devices, and implemented infection prevention protocols to protect immunocompromised patients.
• Collaborated closely with haematologists, oncologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver evidence-based care and improve treatment outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on chemotherapy regimens, side-effect management, infection prevention, and long-term care, promoting adherence and informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated strong critical thinking, prioritisation, and adaptability while maintaining high standards of safety, compassion, and patient advocacy in a high-risk oncology environment.

Registered Nurse, Nursing and residential care - Claydon House Nursing Home - East Sussex, United Kingdom

(2018-11 - 2020-12)

Delivered holistic, resident-focused nursing care within a UK care home, supporting individuals with progressive and life-limiting conditions such as Parkinson's disease, dementia, Bell's palsy, cancer, and those receiving palliative and end-of-life care.

• Performed ongoing physical, cognitive, and functional assessments, administered and reviewed medications, and monitored changes in condition to promote comfort, safety, and dignity.
• Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams, including general practitioners, hospice services, and allied health professionals, to coordinate individualised care plans aligned with residents' needs and wishes.
• Provided compassionate symptom management, pain control, and emotional support to residents and their families, facilitating advance care planning and end-of-life decision-making.
• Maintained high standards of care through effective communication, infection prevention measures, and a strong commitment to person-centred practice in a long-term care environment.

Registered Nurse - Port Maria Hospital (NERA) - St Mary, Jamaica

(2017-08 - 2018-11)

Provided comprehensive nursing care across medical-surgical and accident and emergency departments in Jamaica, managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

• Delivered rapid assessment and triage, emergency interventions, medication administration, and ongoing monitoring for patients presenting with trauma, medical emergencies, and post-operative needs.
• Cared for patients with complex conditions, including fractures, infections, cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies, and neurological disorders, often within resource-limited settings.
• Collaborated closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to stabilise patients, implement treatment plans, and ensure continuity of care.
• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and prioritisation skills while delivering patient-centred care, educating patients and families, and maintaining safety, infection control, and quality standards in high-acuity clinical settings.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing - University of the West Indies (2016-09)