Kaylen White
Ottawa
Summary
Compassionate, efficient, and detail-oriented Practical Nursing student with strong academic and clinical experience. Recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and currently progressing through Level 1 Practical Nursing at Algonquin College. Proficient in patient care, clinical assessments, medication administration, and evidence-based decision-making. Demonstrated expertise in emergency response and leadership while delivering safe, person-centered care in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Head Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor
Soloway Jewish Community Centre
Ottawa, ON
09.2022 - Current
- Managed pool deck safety and taught emergency response protocols.
- Delivered daily swim instruction to students of varying ages and skill levels.
- Maintained staff schedules, training records, and certifications.
National Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor
Southwest Middlesex Pool
Glencoe, ON
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Taught water safety and rescue techniques.
- Ensured compliance with first aid and CPR standards.
Team Member
McDonald's
Ottawa, ON
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Contributed to team efficiency, resolved operational issues, and pursued leadership opportunities.
Team Member
Tim Hortons
Glencoe, ON
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Delivered customer service, maintained productivity, and supported team goals.
Education
Practical Nursing - Level 1
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON04-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON12-2025
Skills
- Patient care & clinical assessment
- Medication administration under supervision
- Dementia and end-of-life care
- Team collaboration & interdisciplinary communication
- Critical thinking & problem-solving
- Clinical documentation & technical proficiency
- Leadership, scheduling, and training
- First aid & CPR
- Customer service
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff development
- Team building
- Processes and procedures
- Schedule development
Certification
- National Lifeguard – Pool
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C
- Water Safety Instructor
- Ottawa Decision Support Tutorial: Improving Practitioners’ Decision Support Skills (Apr 4, 2026)
- Caring for Persons with Dementia – Sante Bruyère Health (Mar 27, 2026)
- End-of-Life Care – Quality of Care & Patient Safety eLearning Series, Sante Bruyère Health (Mar 15, 2026)
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care (GPA Basics, 4th Edition) (Mar 13, 2026)
MANDATORY E-LEARNING MODULES
- Emergency Codes, Infection Control & TB Management, Privacy & Information Security, WHMIS – The Ottawa Hospital (Jan 28, 2026)
- Accessibility in a Health Care Environment (Customer Service Standard & IASR/Human Rights) – Algonquin College (Jan 28, 2026)
- Ministry of Labour: Safety Awareness – Workers (Jan 28, 2026)
- Workplace Violence: Recognizing, Responding & Preventing
Languages
English
Clinical Experience
Peter D. Clarke Long-Term Care, Ottawa, ON — Practical Nursing Student
Feb 5 – April 12, 2026
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Conducted health assessments and reported findings to supervising nurses.
- Participated in care planning and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Applied Gentle Persuasive Approaches in dementia care and person-centered strategies.
Timeline
Supervisor, Head Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor
Soloway Jewish Community Centre
09.2022 - Current
Team Member
McDonald's
01.2022 - 05.2022
National Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor
Southwest Middlesex Pool
06.2020 - 09.2022
Team Member
Tim Hortons
09.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Ottawa
Practical Nursing - Level 1
Algonquin College