Clinical Extern Program
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Job Summary
Make a difference in a growing innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.
As a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse participating in the Clinical Extern Program you will be an integral part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes get ready to love it here!
What youll be doing:
Provide direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and other regulated healthcare professionals including assistance with activities of daily living and therapeutic interactions
Perform duties for which you have received appropriate training and feel confident performing and must seek guidance whenever uncertain.
Perform basic clinical tasks such as vital signs specimen collection glucometry and routine monitoring in accordance with organizational policies and the extern scope of practice
Documents care activities and observations using approved tools following extern responsibilities and Homewood guidelines
Communicates accurately and on time with supervising nurses and actively participates in team huddles handovers and patient safety discussions.
Supports unit operations by stocking supplies preparing equipment and keeping patient and work areas clean and organized
Follows all hospital policies including privacy confidentiality occupational health and safety professional conduct scheduling requirements mandatory training performance check-ins and HHC vaccination and PPE policies
What were looking for:
Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program (BScN or Practical Nursing) in Ontario. (with preference given to year 3 and 4 students)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and active listener
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Strong physical assessment skills and demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
Understanding of the healthcare system and the services available for the treatment of mental health and addiction
Participate in scheduling requirements mandatory education and training and performance check-ins as outlined by the Enhanced Extern Program
The pay for this position is $20.60 hourly in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Progression through the wage steps is governed by the terms of the collective agreement.
As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients staff and community from COVID-19 subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation Homewood Health Centre requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Why work with us
Homewood Health is Canadas largest and leading service provider for medically focused evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence integrity collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!
As an equal opportunity employer Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility diversity equity and inclusion. For this reason we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women racialized and indigenous communities persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization. Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier more productive and fulfilling lives.
Required Experience:
Intern
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About Company
Homewood Health is the Canadian leader in mental health and addiction services. With over 130 years of experience, we achieve outstanding outcomes every day through our national network of over 4,500 employees and clinical experts, and through the Homewood Health Centre—one of Canada’ ... View more
