Alexa Smith

I am a passionate fourth-year nursing student at Toronto Metropolitan University with a 3.94 GPA, committed to providing compassionate care and encouraging optimal patient outcomes. Proven ability to conduct detailed assessments, administer medications, and build therapeutic relationships in clinical settings through various clinical experiences in medicine and community placements. A collaborative team player with strong communication and time management skills. I am eager to build upon my knowledge and experience to provide holistic, evidence-informed patient care.

Clinical Placement Year 3 - YMCA of Greater Toronto Area 

01/2024, 04/2024 

20 Grosvenor St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2V5

• Engaged with the youth population to encourage skill development, teamwork and leadership.
• Developed health education workshops on teen vape use, body image, eating disorders and nutrition.
• Participated in a collaborative process with peers through constructive feedback.

Clinical Placement Year 3 - Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre

09/2023, 11/2023

3650 Dixie Rd Suite 103, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9

• Engaged with the senior adult population to explore community engagement and foster inclusivity.
• Built therapeutic relationships with the community, assisted with the Tight Knit Seniors Club which created a safe, inclusive environment for older adults to meet weekly to socialize and knit.

Clinical Placement Year 2 - Sunnybrook Health Sciences, Renal/Medicine Unit

01/2023, 04/2023

2075 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4N 3M5

• Conducted detailed assessments and provided attentive care to patients, including head to toe assessments, wound care and medication administration.
• Assisted with daily patient needs such as toileting, bathing, and feeding.
• Applied accurate and timely documentation.

Clinical Placement Year 2 - Etobicoke General Hospital / William Osler Health Sciences- General Medicine Unit

09/2022, 12/2022 

101 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8

• Implemented evidence-informed nursing care plans, fostering therapeutic nurse-patient relationships.
• Enhanced knowledge of abnormal cues through collaboration with the interprofessional team.
• Practiced accurate and thorough medication administration following the 10 rights, conducting assessments pre and post administration, following with timely documentation.

Clinical Placement Year 1 - Ivan Franko Long Term Care Home

01/2022, 04/2022

767 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2T3

• Developed client care plans and implemented appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic care skills and vital sign assessment.

• Basic Life Support (HCP) certified - Canadian Red Cross
• N95 Mask Fitting certified

• Camp Manitou Leader, Silverthorn Collegiate Institute, Etobicoke, Toronto, Ontario, 09/2020
• Albion Hills Leaders, Bloordale Middle School 09/2018

• TMU Dean's List - Faculty of Community Services 09/2021-05/2024
• GPA eLearning - Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care Certified 09/2021