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Jessalei Apayart-Alipala

Jessalei Apayart-Alipala - Drake Medox College Instructor

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT (HCA)

Jessalei began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse in the Philippines before moving to British Columbia, where she graduated with honours from a Practical Nursing program. Over the past five years, she has worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in long-term care and a variety of other healthcare settings throughout BC. She has also had the privilege of serving as both a clinical and classroom instructor, supporting HCA and Practical Nursing students in their educational and professional journeys.

Her passion for teaching, mentoring, and helping future healthcare professionals reach their full potential inspired her to join Drake Medox College. Jessalei is committed to helping students take pride in their chosen healthcare careers, recognize their strengths, and embrace opportunities for continual growth and development.

As an instructor, she strives to cultivate competent, confident, compassionate, and skilled healthcare professionals. She encourages students to embrace the philosophy that “practice makes permanent,” recognizing that excellence is achieved through dedication, consistency, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Jessalei believes that while perfection is unattainable, continuous practice, perseverance, and a willingness to learn enable us to strengthen our knowledge, skills, and confidence. Through this growth, we can become the healthcare professionals our patients deserve and trust.

Success Story

I chose Drake Medox not only as the waiting period was shorter compared to other colleges but it was recommended to me by some of my friends. I am already huge advocate of Drake Medox College, not for the referral benefits but because of the good quality and hands-on teaching environment that I had experienced during my time as a student. I am now more confident in applying all that I've learnt to my current role and have Drake Medox to thank for that.

~ RONALD SUREAL - HCA