Eight Nurses Graduate From Bermuda College
Matisse Bascome, Elizabeth Bento, Jade Smith, Stephanie Fleming, Abriana Thomas, China Nisbett, Faheemah Scraders, and Christopher Trott have all completed their associate degree in nursing and were recognised at the Bermuda College’s annual pinning ceremony.
A spokesperson said, “Eight Bermuda College graduates are on course to help strengthen Bermuda’s healthcare workforce after completing their associate degree in nursing.
“The graduates were recognised at the College’s annual pinning ceremony, a traditional event that marks the transition from student to professional practice and celebrates their readiness to move towards registered nurse licensure.
“The graduates, Elizabeth Bento, Matisse Bascome, China Nisbett, Jade Smith, Abriana Thomas, Christopher Trott, Faheemah Scraders and Stephanie Fleming, are now eligible to prepare for the National Council Licensure Examination, known as the NCLEX.
Matisse Bascome, Elizabeth Bento, Jade Smith, Stephanie Fleming, Abriana Thomas, China Nisbett, Faheemah Scraders, Christopher Trott
“Passing the NCLEX is required before they can practise as registered nurses.
“The cohort represents another group of locally trained graduates preparing to enter a profession facing continued staffing pressures in Bermuda and internationally.
“The ceremony took place during Nurses Month, which is marked each May to recognise the vital role nurses play in patient care, health promotion and community wellbeing.”
Matisse Bascome, one of the graduates, said the programme had been demanding but meaningful.
“It was difficult and emotionally challenging,” he said. “You are taking care of somebody and pouring a lot out of your cup. If your cup is not full, there is nothing to pour out.
“I want to specialise in mental health because it is something that affects many people in Bermuda. I work at MWI and I can see how our community is affected. That keeps me motivated.”
Christopher Trott said the programme had strengthened his commitment to healthcare.
“It was quite a journey,” he said. “It was intense and lengthy, but I came out with a more developed character and a much greater appreciation of the medical industry.
“I would definitely recommend nursing to other people. Health is wealth, there is a shortage of nurses, and there is nothing better than helping your fellow man.”
Renee Faulcon, head of the Division of Nursing and Allied Health at Bermuda College, said the pinning ceremony was a proud moment for the students and faculty.
She said the group, cohort 13, was the first group to graduate from the nursing programme after achieving initial accreditation from Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing [ACEN], in September 2025.
“This is one of those moments when we celebrate the students successfully moving from a fundamental level to achieving the knowledge and skills for entry level practice.
“They have completed the requirements for the associate degree and are now eligible to take the NCLEX so they can become registered nurses.
“Nursing is a wonderful career. You can start in one area and branch out into the community, health and wellness, specialist care or further study. It is such a rewarding experience to be a nurse.”
A spokesperson added, “For more information about the College nursing programme, visit www.college.bm.”
