2600002941 - Clinical Extern

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health is offering a Clinical Extern Program for nursing students in good standing, prior to their final year. externs will work as Unregulated Health Care Workers across clinical areas to gain hands-on patient care experience.

Under the supervision of an identified Staff Nurse and reporting to the Manager, externs will learn RN/RPN roles, support the nursing team, maintain confidentiality, and help deliver a positive patient and family experience.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing.
• Successful completion of health assessment course.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required.
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong communication, critical thinking and organizational skills with proven ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work all shifts as necessary.
• Must have a satisfactory performance record.
• An official school transcript will be required if you are invited to be interviewed for this position.
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the functioning of the nursing team at the patient care level.
• Work within the nursing team to perform fundamental patient care duties.
• Adhere to confidentiality and contribute to a positive patient and family experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Initiative

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Enrolled in accredited School of Nursing

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Clinical Extern *Future Opportunities*

Status: Temporary Part Time

Program: Multiple Programs

Schedule: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends - 8 & 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health - All Sites

Wage Schedule: $26.670 - $27.360 per hour

File Number: 2600002941

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Extern Program is an extraordinary, real-world opportunity available to nursing students enrolled in an accredited nursing program prior to entering into their last years of their nursing program. This program will allow the Clinical Extern to work as an Unregulated Health Care Worker in one of our clinical areas while gaining hands‑on experience in performing fundamental patient care duties.

Assigned within the nursing team to an identified Staff Nurse and reporting to the Manager, the Clinical Extern will gain an understanding and appreciation for the role of the RN and RPN, as well as assist with the functioning of the nursing team at the patient care level. The Clinical Extern will adhere to strict confidentiality and contribute as an enthusiastic and patient‑focused mature reliable student towards a positive patient and family experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing;
• Successful completion of health assessment course, required;
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required;
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
• Strong communication, critical thinking and organizational skills with proven ability to take initiative;
• Ability to work all shifts as necessary;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• An official school transcript will be required if you are invited to be interviewed for this position;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety and participation in regular in‑service education in this area.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures and applicable Collective Agreements.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.