Final reflection

Ilse Hinojosa

DFC

PN165-01

11/02/2026

DFC

What Went Well

Today was my first day at Columbine Health Care in Windsor. We started by introducing ourselves to the residents and assessing the facility for any potential safety risks. I was really impressed with how clean and organized everything was. There was no clutter, and they even had a cute little bunny, which honestly made my day! We also had the opportunity to talk with one of the nurses, who was very helpful. Although we weren't as hands-on today, I enjoyed being able to review a patient case at the end of the day. It helped us practice identifying diagnoses, symptoms, and other important findings.

Opportunities for Improvement

One thing I would like to improve on is being more involved in patient care. I want to continue looking for opportunities to help the nurses with medication administration and practice my head-to-toe assessments. I would also really like to have the opportunity to insert a urinary catheter since I haven't been able to perform one yet. Another skill I would like to practice is starting an IV. My goal is to become more confident with these skills and gain as much hands-on experience as possible while working with my clinical instructor and the nurses.

Takeaway and Goal for Tomorrow

My biggest takeaway today was meeting a resident who was in rehabilitation after falling at the airport and breaking her ribs. She explained how the incident happened and how she ended up needing rehabilitation, even though she didn't have any major health issues before the fall. This really reminded me how serious falls can be and how quickly someone's health and independence can change. It also showed me how important fall prevention and patient safety are in nursing care.

My goal for tomorrow is to be more hands-on by helping with medication administration, completing a head-to-toe assessment, and hopefully having the opportunity to assess a wound. I want to continue learning, asking questions, and becoming more confident in my nursing skills.