Student Nurse Extern - 7th Floor
About The Position
Humber River Health is seeking Student Nurse Externs to join their medicine and surgical programs. As North America’s first fully digital hospital, Humber River Health is dedicated to changing healthcare through technology and clinical expertise. They serve a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto and are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University. The organization emphasizes Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology, and Community Connection in its Research Strategy. Student Nurse Externs will provide direct personal support to patients, assisting with basic care needs for up to 10 patients each, under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses. They will document activities of daily living and report any clinical concerns to their supervisor. This role is for a temporary part-time position with a duration until March 31, 2027, subject to change, and involves rotating shifts.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in years 2-4 of their nursing program of studies
- Current CPR certification required
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Must be a team player (works well with others)
- Ability to accurately and effectively communicate with the inter-professional healthcare team members
- Demonstrates understanding of the use of technology
- Ability to provide basic assistive care with frequent supervision and ongoing mentoring from a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse
- Mandatory compliance with HRH training- Privacy & Confidentiality requirements, WHMIS, Fire & Safety, hand hygiene modules
- Excellent customer service skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
- Good work attendance
Nice To Haves
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Provision of basic care (activities of daily living such as bathing, toileting, feeding, etc.) needs for up to 10 patients each.
- Work under the supervision of both Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses in accordance to department policies and procedures.
- Documentation of activities of daily living (ADLs), such as intake and output, and relevant communication for patients in which they have provided care for.
- Immediately report any clinical concerns to their direct supervisor.
Benefits
- Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement support
- Research and academic collaboration opportunities
- Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
- Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
