Patel Shrey

Compassionate and dependable Practical Nursing student at Georgian College with an expected graduation date of December 2026. Currently completing Semester 4 of the Practical Nursing Diploma program with over 450 hours of supervised clinical experience in long-term care, mental health, and acute care settings. Experienced in providing person-centred care, assisting with activities of daily living, promoting independence, and supporting clients' physical and emotional well-being.

Committed to delivering safe, respectful, and compassionate care while working collaboratively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Medical-Surgical Clinical Placement - Brightshores Health System - Owen Sound, ON

(2026-05 - 2026-08)

Population Served: Adult and older adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, postoperative care needs, reduced mobility, and complex health conditions.

• Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility, repositioning, and comfort measures.
• Supported safe transfers and ambulation using appropriate mobility equipment and proper body mechanics.
• Assisted with meal setup, hydration, personal hygiene, bed making, and maintaining a clean, safe patient environment.
• Measured and documented vital signs, monitored intake and output, and reported changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
• Participated in wound care, dressing changes, and other patient care procedures while working alongside the healthcare team.
• Built therapeutic relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
• Collaborated with Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, physicians, Personal Support Workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.

Mental Health Clinical Placement - Brightshores Health System - Owen Sound, ON

(2026-01 - 2026-04)

Population Served: Adult clients experiencing acute and chronic mental health conditions.

• Managed assigned clients under the supervision of nursing staff while providing compassionate, recovery-focused care.
• Reviewed client charts and participated in interdisciplinary conferences with psychiatrists, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Built therapeutic relationships through active listening, empathy, and respectful communication.
• Assisted clients with daily routines while encouraging independence, participation, and emotional well-being.
• Observed and reported changes in clients' behaviour, mood, and overall condition.
• Participated in Occupational Therapy activities and other therapeutic programs to support client recovery.
• Maintained accurate documentation while ensuring confidentiality and professional standards.

Long-Term Care Clinical Placement - Summit Place Long-Term Care - Owen Sound, ON

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

Population Served: Older adults requiring long-term care, including residents with dementia, chronic illnesses, and mobility limitations.

• Worked alongside Personal Support Workers to provide direct resident care throughout each shift.
• Participated in shift report to understand resident care needs and daily priorities.
• Assisted residents with morning care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, and continence care.
• Assisted residents with transfers, mobility, repositioning, and transportation to the dining room for meals.
• Supported residents during meals by providing feeding assistance and encouraging hydration while promoting independence.
• Assisted with documentation and contributed to resident care planning as part of clinical learning.
• Developed positive relationships with residents and families while providing compassionate, respectful, and person-centred care.
• Followed infection prevention and control practices to maintain a safe living environment.

Foundations Clinical Placement - Summit Place Long-Term Care - Owen Sound, ON

(2025-03 - 2025-04)

Population Served: Older adults living in a long-term care environment.

• Shadowed experienced Personal Support Workers to learn the responsibilities and daily role of a Personal Support Worker.
• Assisted Personal Support Workers with resident care under direct supervision.
• Participated in activities of daily living, including personal care, meal assistance, and transporting residents to and from the dining room.
• Observed safe resident handling techniques, infection prevention and control practices, and effective communication with residents and families.
• Developed a strong understanding of teamwork, professionalism, and person-centred care within a long-term care setting.

Registered Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing Diploma - Georgian College (2025-01 - 2026-12)