Meet Vincent Court’s Clinical Nurse Educator, Sheridan, who prioritises resident care for Kempsey locals

Sheridan joined Vincent Court Aged Care in Kempsey, New South Wales, in November last year. As Clinical Nurse Educator, she loves connecting with the residents and ensuring staff are competent, confident and up to date with best practices and compliance standards.

What inspired you to pursue a career in aged care?

I’m drawn to roles where I can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and aged care gives me that opportunity every day. It’s incredibly fulfilling to know your work directly impacts someone’s comfort, wellbeing and sense of dignity.

What is your favourite part of a day at Vincent Court?

I love welcoming and onboarding new team members. It’s important to me that they feel confident and connected to our values. Seeing them grow and thrive is just as rewarding as the direct care we provide to residents.

What do you enjoy most about supporting residents?

Listening to the stories of their lives, the experiences that shaped them and the wisdom they’ve gathered over time. I love hearing about their meaningful lives, the families they’ve raised, and how they’ve served their communities, built careers and overcome challenges.

Can you share a particularly memorable interaction you’ve had with a resident?

It was a simple walk outside in the garden, picking flowers together. As we walked, she shared stories about her children and her life. It was a lovely, genuine conversation and that moment of connection really stayed with me. It reinforced how important it is to take the time to connect with residents, not just provide care, but truly be present.

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