Nicole Kwagala

Registered Practical Nurse with experience in long-term care, medical, and mental health settings. Skilled in medication administration, wound care, patient assessments, PointClickCare documentation, infection prevention and control, and recognizing and reporting changes in patient condition. Strong communicator and team player committed to safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care.

Registered Practical Nurse at Renfrew Care Centre (2026-02 – 2026-07)

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting.
• Administer medications and treatments according to orders, policies, and nursing standards.
• Perform nursing assessments, monitor changes in condition, and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide wound care, dressing changes, skin assessments, and preventative care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and resident responses accurately in PointClickCare.
• Develop and update individualized care plans and collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Support infection prevention practices, safe delegation, and end-of-life care.

Clinical Experience - Medicine & Mental Health Units at Brightshores Health System (2024-12 – 2025-07)

Provided patient-centered care in medical and mental health settings under supervision.

• Assisted with oral, IM, and IV medication administration and performed vital signs, blood glucose testing, wound care, and patient assessments.
• Supported patients with stroke care, enteral feeding, post-operative recovery, and mental health needs.
• Used therapeutic communication and demonstrated skills in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and Code White response.
• Participated in care planning, shift reports, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Clinical Experience - Long-Term Care at Lee Manor (2024-04 – 2025-09)

• Assisted residents with ADLs, mobility, personal hygiene, nutrition, and comfort.
• Observed, documented, and reported changes in residents' physical and cognitive status.
• Promoted resident dignity, emotional well-being, safety, and quality of life.

Practical Nursing Diploma in Nursing – Georgian College (2023 – 2025)

Ontario Secondary School Diploma – Bronston Canadian Academy (2022 – 2023)