Nursing Student - Clinical Placement - University Health Network (UHN) - Lyndhurst Centre - Spinal Cord Rehabilitation, Toronto, ON
(2025-09 - 2025-12)
Delivered safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care to individuals with spinal cord injuries under the supervision of Registered Nurses and clinical instructor. Units 1A & 1B: 1 day per week for 13 weeks.
- Performed Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, showering, oral care, grooming, toileting, bed baths, mobility support, and positioning.
- Assisted with safe patient transfers, including use of mechanical lifts and slings, ensuring proper body mechanics, patient safety, and comfort in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Performed urinary catheterization procedures, including Foley catheter insertion and intermittent catheterization, following aseptic technique and scope of practice.
- Provided wound care, including assessment and dressing of pressure injuries, ensuring infection prevention and promoting skin integrity.
- Administered medications under supervision, including suppositories, while adhering to the 10 rights of medication administration and safety protocols.
- Monitored and documented patient status, including vital signs, intake and output, skin integrity, and functional ability.
- Collaborated with the interprofessional healthcare team by communicating patient observations, following delegated tasks, and seeking guidance from Registered Nurses and the personal support workers to support safe and coordinated care.
- Demonstrated strong therapeutic communication skills when interacting with patients and families, promoting dignity, respect, and emotional support.
Nursing Student - Simulation Lab - Humber Polytechnic - Toronto, ON
Maternal-Newborn & Clinical Judgement Scenarios
- Completed maternal-newborn simulations scenarios including intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care.
- Applied NCSBN Clinical Judgement Model and APGAR scoring to prioritize and respond to patient health concerns.
Nursing Student - School Health Promotion - Highfield Public School - Toronto, ON
Grade 1 Classroom | Second Semester Clinical Placement. Provided health promotion and education to Grade 1 students, focusing on infection prevention, personal hygiene, and healthy habits.
- Educated students on hygiene, including proper cough and sneeze etiquette, to help reduce the spread of illness.
- Planned and delivered an age-appropriate health education session on head lice prevention, covering transmission, prevention, and when to seek help from a trusted adult.
- Adapted health teaching to the needs of young children by using clear language, visual materials, and an interactive learning activity to encourage understanding and participation.
- Applied nursing knowledge related to health promotion and infection prevention in a community setting under the guidance of nursing faculty.
