Student Nurse Extern - Alternative Level of Care (Church Reactivation Care Centre)

Humber River Health • Toronto, ON

82d • CA$18 • Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health is seeking a Student Nurse Extern to join their Alternative Level of Care (ALC) facility at the Church Reactivation Care Centre. Humber River Health, North America's first fully digital hospital, is committed to innovation in healthcare, serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto. They focus on equity, inclusivity, and leveraging technology with clinical expertise to improve patient care and reduce errors. The organization is affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, aiming to become a community academic hospital with a research strategy focused on clinical excellence, optimizing care through technology, and community connection. They are dedicated to high-reliability care and fostering a culture of engagement and innovation.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in years 2-4 of a 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 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 attendance and discipline-free record required.

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset.
• Lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices are valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal support to HRH patients, including basic care such as bathing, toileting, and feeding for up to 10 patients each.
• Assist in delivering meals, supporting the visitor policy, and providing laundry services for patients in the mental health setting.
• Support therapeutic programming on inpatient units under the guidance of the recreation therapist.
• Work under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses according to department policies and procedures.
• Document activities of daily living (ADLs), including intake and output.
• Communicate relevant information for patients receiving care.
• Immediately report any clinical concerns to the direct supervisor.

Benefits

• Recognition as part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers.
• Supportive work environment with evidence-based leadership.
• Culture that values staff, physician, and volunteer engagement.
• Involvement in research and academic collaboration through the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN).
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace.
• Opportunities for individuals from all equity-deserving groups.
• Compliance with Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process and employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed