Clinical Extern – Nurse

Northwest Employment Works; Red Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated nursing students to provide essential support in patient care at a leading healthcare facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while practicing under the guidance of experienced nursing professionals. As part of a collaborative team, you will assist with various patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will be enrolled in a recognized nursing program and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Join this committed team and contribute to high-quality patient care while advancing your nursing education.

Qualifications

• Nursing students enrolled in a CNO approved program with excellent academic standing.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under supervision, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff to support patient needs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Time-management Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

CNO Approved Nursing Program

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Clinical Placement in Acute Care

Job description

SALARY: $25 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Nursing Students in any year of study and enrolled in a CNO approved baccalaureate or diploma nursing program
2. Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
3. Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
4. Completion of mandatory/required certifications provided via corporate orientation, including extern orientation, and as defined by unit (e.g., Fit Test, WHIMS, AODA, IP&C)
5. Demonstrated infection prevention and control practices
6. Effective interpersonal and communication skills
7. Successful completion of a recent clinical placement in an acute care area preferred
8. Students who have successfully completed a recent clinical placement preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the nursing professional assigned to them on the unit and in a manner consistent with organizational policies and professional standards, while taking into account CNO guidance for unregulated care providers
2. Works with unit nurses to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and judgment needed to perform all actions/duties.
3. Provides assistance with lifting, turning, transferring, transporting, and ambulating as per the hospital policy.
4. Provides measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries.
5. Assists with comfort measures and patient safety by ensuring the environment is clean and tidy and free of hazards.
6. Requests assistance with assigned duties whenever in need
7. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
8. Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
9. Participates as a team member

POSITION OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Red Lake Margaret Cochenour Memorial Hospital is committed to employment equity. Upon request, accommodation for disabilities can be provided in the hiring process to applicants who meet the required qualifications outlined in the job description.