Clinical Extern

Baycrest; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Clinical Externs to support geriatric care under the supervision of experienced nursing staff. This temporary part-time position offers a unique opportunity for nursing students to gain hands-on experience in various specialized units, including Transitional Care and Palliative Care. You will engage in patient assessments, contribute to care planning, and assist with daily living activities, all while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults and are ready to enhance your nursing skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Nursing students in 2nd to 4th year of CNO approved programs.
• Excellent academic standing and basic cardiac life support certified.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient assessments and daily living activities.
• Assist with patient comfort measures and ensure safety.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Infection Prevention Practices

Basic Computer Skills

Education

CNO approved Baccalaureate Nursing Program

CNO approved Registered Practical Nursing Program

Tools

Meditech

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for a

CLINICAL EXTERNS

Position Type: Temporary Part-time (up to 3 months with potential for extension)

Shift Type: Day - Evening, some weekends (subject to change)

Bi-Weekly Hours: Minimum 15 Hours, Flexible

Union: Non-Union

Date Posted: April 7, 2025

Are you a Nursing student between 2nd and 4th year of a CNO approved Baccalaureate Nursing (BScN) Program, or in their final year of a CNO approved Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) program seeking a future working in post-acute care with the geriatric population under the supervision of a specialized team of nurses? If so, we have an opportunity for you.

We are currently looking for Clinical Externs for the following units:

Transitional Care Unit (3 East) cares for patients who are awaiting discharge to an alternative level of care setting and is preparing them for discharge. The philosophy of the unit is to maintain health, wellness and function while awaiting transition to an appropriate client-centered environment.

Inpatient Psychiatry Unit (4 East) provides assessment and short-term management of mental health issues, by an interdisciplinary team, for adults over the age of 65. The major focus of the unit is on complex individuals who have been diagnosed with a mental illness and have comorbid medical diagnoses.

Behavioral Neurology Unit (4 West) is a short stay secure inpatient unit for adults with neurologic complexities. It offers a specialized interdisciplinary service that focuses on diagnosis, assessment and treatment of complex neurological diseases and associated behavioural symptoms.

Complex Continuing Care Unit (5 West and 6 East) provides care for older adults with complex medical conditions in a non-acute hospital setting. The program helps patients and their families identify and implement strategies that support quality-of-life goals as well as short term and long-term care needs.

Palliative Care Unit (6 West) provides 24-hour pain and symptom management combined with emotional and spiritual support to patients with late or end-stage malignant and non-malignant disease in need of palliative care.

High Tolerance Rehabilitation Unit (7 West) is for patients requiring therapy as a result of musculoskeletal conditions. The purpose is to help patients attain maximum physical and functional goals, while addressing emotional, social and spiritual needs.

Working under the supervision of nursing staff, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participates in patient assessments and activities of daily living
• Contributes to care planning and evaluation
• Provides assistance with lifting, turning, transferring, transporting and ambulating as per the hospital policy
• Provides measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries
• Assists with comfort measures and patient safety by ensuring the environment is clean and tidy and free of hazards
• Engages in additional skills via delegation as approved by unit leadership
• As applicable, provides assigned care, under supervision, where they have the knowledge, skill and judgement to do safely, excluding controlled acts
• Supports patients’ independence, dignity, social, emotional and cultural well-being
• Initiates and maintains a relationship with the client, their family and other care providers

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Nursing Students enrolled in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate program or 2nd year of a diploma nursing program
• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• Demonstrated infection prevention and control practices
• Students who have successfully completed a recent clinical placement preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of the interdisciplinary team
• Experience working with clients with cognitive impairment/dementia preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills – Meditech, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

Additional Benefits:

• Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online through the Baycrest intranet. Failure to include your resume may affect your candidacy for this position.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS:Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.

Thank you for your interest in joining Baycrest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baycrest is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.

All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check/vulnerable sector screen.