CLINICAL EXTERN

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre; Barrie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking enthusiastic students for an Enhanced Extern Program. This unique opportunity allows nursing, paramedic, and therapy students to gain valuable patient care experience in a supportive clinical environment. Participants will work under the guidance of healthcare professionals, providing compassionate care and developing essential skills for their future careers. With rotating shifts across various clinical areas, this program is designed to foster professional growth and prepare students for registered roles upon graduation. Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality patient care and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a nursing or healthcare program.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Good academic standing and successful clinical placements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities under supervision.
• Measure vital signs and provide companionship.
• Report patient status changes or safety concerns.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Undergraduate Medical

Respiratory Therapy

Paramedic

Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy

Job description

Job Summary & Requirements

RVH is seeking interested nursing, paramedic, undergraduate medical, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy students to join our Enhanced Extern Program. This employment opportunity allows students to work in a clinical environment, develop competencies, and prepare for future registered roles after completing their studies. Successful candidates will gain patient care experience and build connections within an interprofessional hospital environment. The Clinical Extern may be considered for career opportunities upon graduation and licensure.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Externs are unregulated healthcare providers working as part of an interprofessional team to provide patient-centred care under the supervision of a designated Health Professional, reporting to professional practice leadership. They will practice in alignment with the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values, within the limits of their professional scope.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Must be enrolled in one of the following programs:
• Registered Nurse (RN) students in an accredited baccalaureate program
• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) students in an accredited nursing program
• Undergraduate Medical students in their final year or recent Canadian medical graduates awaiting residency
• Respiratory Therapy students in their 2nd or 3rd year of a diploma program
• Paramedic students in their 2nd year of an approved program
• Occupational Therapy students
• Physiotherapy students

An official school transcript will be required if invited for an interview.

• Current BLS certification
• Completion of onboarding orientation and mandatory training
• Maintained good academic standing
• Successful clinical placement experiences

Competencies:

• Effective communication with patients, families, staff, physicians, students, and volunteers
• Teamwork and seeking guidance when needed
• Providing safe, high-quality, compassionate care within their education level
• Critical thinking, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Respect and dignity for all persons
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous quality improvement
• Ability to collaborate within an interprofessional care team

Responsibilities:

• Work under supervision of healthcare professionals, following organizational policies and practice guidelines
• Assist with activities of daily living and other patient care activities, including:

Patient Care Activities:

• Assistance with feeding, toileting, bathing, dressing
• Mobility assistance and transfers
• Skin integrity measures
• Responding to call bells
• Measuring vital signs, height, and weight
• Comfort measures and participation in comfort rounds
• Contributing to care planning and implementation
• Providing companionship and social engagement
• Reporting patient status changes or safety concerns
• Performing assessments such as Falls Risk, Pain, Braden Scale, CAM
• Other relevant care activities as appropriate

Clinical Rotation Areas include: Cardiac Renal, Cancer Palliative, Emergency, Inpatient Medicine, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Surgical Units, Surgery Prep/PACU, ICU.

Hours of Work: Rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Positions are contingent on funding from the Ministry of Health Enhanced Extern Program.