FINAL CLINICAL REFLECTION

NIGHTINGALE COLLEGE

DFC Integration: Clinical Log

Purpose: accountability check and self-report

of time spent in a DFC at a SOFE site.

Learner Name: llse Hinojosa

Faculty Name: Shelly Sparks

DATE OF DFC	SOFE SITE	START TIME	END TIME	TOTAL TIME (hour)
02/17/2026	Columbine West FC	5:45am	5:00pm	11.25
TOTAL HOURS ______ / 67.5

Instructions: Download this tracking log and add the DFC hours/time as a running list. Submit the Clinical Log, in Canvas, within 24 hours of the end of each DFC.

· Clinical hours may include time spent in the DFC at the SOFE site.

· Clinical hours do not include time spent in preparation, reflection, journaling, or meeting with faculty.

What went well

For me, this was a great experience because it was my first time doing clinicals and I was very hands-on. One of the best moments during this experience was assessing my patient. I was able to build a relationship with her, and she was very kind and cooperative even though she was not feeling well. She allowed me to assess her lungs and skin, which helped me gain confidence in my assessment skills.

I was also able to administer medications to patients, which was very helpful for my learning. I took the time to research the medications beforehand, and this really helped the information stick in my mind for future exams. Overall, this clinical experience strengthened my confidence, skills, and understanding of patient care.

Opportunities for improvement:

When I was performing my patient assessment, I felt nervous and had difficulty remembering the correct terminology for describing a typical pulse. I kept wanting to say “normal,” but my professor helped me use the proper clinical wording. This showed me that I still need to build confidence with medical terminology.

I want to improve my ability to identify lung sounds accurately, pronounce medication names correctly, and speak more slowly so my patients can better understand me. I believe that with more practice and experience, I will become more confident and effective in my communication and assessment skills.

Take-away:

Prior to my next clinical shift, I plan to continue strengthening my nursing knowledge and confidence by reviewing assessment terminology, especially how to properly describe pulse quality and lung sounds. I will practice medication pronunciation and review common medications so I feel more prepared and safe when administering them. I also plan to rehearse my assessment steps and speak more slowly and clearly to improve communication with my patients. By studying, practicing, and asking questions when I am unsure, I hope to feel more confident, organized, and effective in providing patient-centered care during my next clinical experience.

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