Clinical Extern - Nurse

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Come join the LHSC team!

At London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), which consists of Victoria Hospital, University Hospital, and the Children’s Hospital, nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. LHSC focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.

Open:          May 8th, 2024

Deadline:     May 23rd, 2024

Department Description

We’re currently searching for Nursing Students to support our dynamic team. The Clinical Extern - Nurse opportunity will give you hands-on patient care, insight into the bedside nursing environment and further exposure to London Health Sciences Centre. All positions are temporary,  and could be located at University Hospital and Victoria Hospital.

The Clinical Extern - Nurse will be working in the capacity as unregulated health care provider.  They work in collaboration with a unit nursing team under direct and/or indirect supervison of an appointed registered nursing professional.  They may perform pre-identified Controlled acts authorized to nursing within the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of Ontario delegated to them under the supervision of a nursing professional who is authorized to perform them.

Clinical Extern - Nurses will be hired on contract, during which the Extern will work part time hours to a maximum of full time hours (37.5 hours per week).  The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on the Hospitals needs and may include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.

Rate of Pay:  $20.60 per hour

Temporary Part Time (July 8th, 2024 -July 7th, 2025 or August 12th 2024 to August 11th 2025, or as otherwise required/available).

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Nursing students enrolled in their 2nd year of an approved CNO diploma practical nursing program or, 3rd or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate nursing program
• Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Commitment to patient/family centred care with a service oriented attitude
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
• Knowledge of patient requirements with respect to prescribed diets/menus
• Demonstrated knowledge of protocol to escalate concerns
• Must be self directed and show initiative
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
•  Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

All applicants would be required to submit the following documentation upon request

1. Proof of enrollment for attending full time Nursing education at an accredited program in their 3rd, or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate, or proof of enrollment in a CNO approved 2nd year diploma practical nursing program

2. Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)

Immunization Requirements:

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a health review which includes providing vaccination records or proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (Chicken Pox) prior to starting at LHSC.
• In addition, candidates will need to provide documentation of Tuberculosis Skin testing and a completed COVID vaccine series (two vaccines) prior to starting at LHSC.

Other Information

There are so many great reasons to join London Health Sciences Centre. We know that once you get to know us better, you'll want to add your own reasons to the list!

Community Involvement & Rewarding Work

Career Development & Mobility

Employee Wellness Initiatives

Total Compensation & Rewards

Learning & Teaching Opportunities

London Health Sciences Centre fosters a culture of patient and staff safety whereby all employees are guided by LHSC's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory Police Information Check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Great People. Great Care. Great Opportunities.