Staff Spotlight: Getting to Know Donae Pinnock Beyond the Operating Room

She highlights the hospital's collaborative spirit and shared dedication, emphasising how her colleagues' support and the opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives continually motivate them to give their best every day.

As we get a closer look into the life of Nurse Pinnock, it is evident that her commitment to holistic well-being, patient-centred care, and personal growth seamlessly aligns with the qualities we value at our hospital.

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In our hospital newsletter feature, we take a closer look at the remarkable individuals who form the core of our healthcare team. This edition allows you to get to know Donae Pinnock and learn about her unique experiences and interests

While Nurse Pinnock excels in the operating room, her passion for life extends far beyond her professional role. When not caring for patients, Nurse Pinnock can be found engaging in various activities that contribute to her holistic well-being.

Nurse Pinnock humbly credits her fellow healthcare professionals when asked about their motivation and what drives her to excel as an OR Nurse

"My name is Donae Pinnock, and I'm a proud Jamaican hailing from the cool hills of Manchester. Born in the town of Mandeville, I grew up in the small community of Knockpatrick with primarily my mother and younger brother, and though my immediate family was small, I was supported closely by my aunt -my mother's sister- and her family.

I look back on my childhood with very fond memories. My home was filled with love and support, and I did not perceive we were poor My mother was a teacher and stretched to make ends meet. And typically, in some strict Jamaican or Caribbean households, I wasn't allowed to easily run down the street to a friend or have sleepovers, so friends came to my house instead, we'd spend time playing dominos, monopoly, cricket or building hand carts".