Clinical Extern Coordinator

Hamilton Health Sciences • Hamilton, ON

10h

About The Position

The Clinical Extern Coordinator is an integral member of the healthcare team, providing mentorship to Clinical Externs who are nursing students working as unregulated care providers in their respective units. The Clinical Extern Coordinator is responsible for the successful implementation of the Clinical Extern Program across multiple units of the hospital, by supporting Clinical Externs in their practice and integration into their unit in accordance with nursing professional standards and HHS policies, and in collaboration with the clinical teams. The Clinical Extern Coordinator guides and supports the Clinical Externs in providing high quality care for patients and families, while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in supporting the patient and family experience. The Clinical Extern Coordinator serves as a liaison and conduit between unit leadership, Professional Practice, , and Student Affairs.

Requirements

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
• Completion of a baccalaureate nursing program
• Completion of a preceptorship workshop
• Current BLS certification
• Previous related experience in acute medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics or critical care
• Knowledge of the nursing care plan and evidence of ability to utilize problem-solving and critical-thinking techniques effectively in an acute medical setting
• Knowledge of the current nursing assessment and management of adult, neonatal/pediatric and geriatric medicine patients, including rehabilitative approaches to patient care
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Clinical instructor experience
• Clinical supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Providing mentorship to Clinical Externs.
• Ensuring successful implementation of the Clinical Extern Program across multiple units.
• Supporting Clinical Externs in their practice and integration into their unit.
• Guiding and supporting Clinical Externs in providing high-quality care for patients and families.
• Demonstrating commitment to excellence in supporting the patient and family experience.
• Serving as a liaison between unit leadership, Professional Practice, and Student Affairs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level