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Sharlene Baptiste Smith

Mason Hall

Summary

Highly experienced nursing professional with exceptional leadership skills, clinical knowledge and sound judgment developed over extensive career. Skillfully staff teams, organize charts, and oversee day-to-day care by leveraging strong decision-making and multitasking abilities. History of building team cohesion and long-term success to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness of care.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Supervisor

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
09.2023 - Current
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to healthcare protocols and standards.
  • Coordinated patient care activities to enhance service delivery efficiency.
  • Managed staff schedules to optimize resource allocation and coverage.

Cluster Manager Ag.

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to improve service delivery standards.
  • Monitored compliance with health regulations and organizational policies.
  • Identified training needs of staff within the cluster and implemented appropriate development plans accordingly.

Head Nurse Ag. Covid Isolation Facility

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
03.2020 - 08.2023
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and safety standards.
  • Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, optimizing workflow efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for patient needs.
  • Facilitated communication between medical teams and families regarding patient status.
  • Implemented nursing protocols to enhance service delivery in healthcare settings.

Nurse Mentor Adult Surgical Ward

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
07.2018 - 11.2019
  • Monitored newly graduated nurses, facilitated orientation, and supported skill development.
  • Promoted evidence-based standard operational practices for the professional growth of the new staff nurses.

Heard Nurse Ag ( Operating Theatre)

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
02.2014 - 12.2016

Managed all aspects of the Operating Theatre activities, overseeing a team of nurses.

Coordinated operating schedules, nursing scrub tech assignments, and equipment readiness to ensure a seamless flow.

Implemented strict infection control protocols, e.g., (HIGH 5 Surgical Site Patient Safety Checklist 2016), achieving a reduction in surgical site errors.

Collaborated with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other departments to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Registered Nurse, Medical Unit

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
02.2007 - 02.2009
  • Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Documented patient assessments and care activities accurately.

Registered Nurse- Paediatric Ward

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Tobago Regional Health Authority
Scarborough , Trinidad and Tobago
02.2002 - 06.2004
  • Assess patient conditions and prioritize care in high-pressure situations.
  • Administer medications and treatments as per established protocols.
  • Participate in emergency response drills to enhance team preparedness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

COSTAATT College of Nursing Formerly NIHERST
Tobago
10-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

COSTAATT College of Nursing Formerly NIHERST
San Fernando
10-2000

Intensive Care Nursing

Ewmsc Hospital
Mt. Hope , Trinidad

Skills

  • Quality Assurance and Patient Safety
  • Clinical care in Operating Theatre, Medical, Surgical, Paediatrics and ICU
  • Effective communicator and team leader
  • Job performance evaluations
  • Care planning
  • Needs assessment

Affiliations

  • I love to hike and do outdoor activities
  • I enjoy reading fiction and factual books, and journaling my experiences
  • I enjoy mentoring young people and doing community service
  • I am a member of the Adventist Health Professionals of Tobago

Timeline

Cluster Manager Ag.

Tobago Regional Health Authority
05.2025 - 07.2025

Nursing Supervisor

Tobago Regional Health Authority
09.2023 - Current

Head Nurse Ag. Covid Isolation Facility

Tobago Regional Health Authority
03.2020 - 08.2023

Nurse Mentor Adult Surgical Ward

Tobago Regional Health Authority
07.2018 - 11.2019

Heard Nurse Ag ( Operating Theatre)

Tobago Regional Health Authority
02.2014 - 12.2016

Registered Nurse, Medical Unit

Tobago Regional Health Authority
02.2007 - 02.2009

Registered Nurse- Paediatric Ward

Tobago Regional Health Authority
01.2005 - 01.2007

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Tobago Regional Health Authority
02.2002 - 06.2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

COSTAATT College of Nursing Formerly NIHERST

Associate of Science - Nursing

COSTAATT College of Nursing Formerly NIHERST

Intensive Care Nursing

Ewmsc Hospital
Sharlene Baptiste Smith