Position: Clinical Extern - Nursing (RN, RPN, IEN)
Status: Temporary Part-Time (up to 6 months)
Role Level: CUPE ST 70 - $26.167
Site(s): Available to work across all THP sites (Mississauga Hospital, Credit Valley Hospital, Queensway Health Centre, Reactivation Care Centres)
Posted: February 28, 2025
Deadline: Open until filled
Clinical Externs will be working in the capacity as an unregulated health care provider (UCP). They will work in collaboration with the healthcare team under the supervision of an appointed regulated healthcare professional. Clinical Externs will have varying levels of knowledge, skills and judgement, based on their education level and past experience. THP will provide an autonomous yet supervised environment for externs to develop their clinical skills, knowledge, and confidence as they transition into a registered role upon completion of their studies.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

Enrolled in either of the fields of study listed below:
Nursing Extern
Nursing students that are in any year of study (with preference given to year 3 and 4) in a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) approved Baccalaureate Nursing (BScN or BN) program and in a Practical Nursing (PN) program.
Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs)

IENs who have initiated registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), have received a CNO letter of direction and meet one of the following:

• are in any year of study in a CNO approved program, such as a BScN-IEN program, PN-IEN program, or
• are completing a micro-credential plan with a curriculum to meet the CNO requirements for registration (e.g. Standards of Practice for nursing, Entry-to Practice Competencies, Evidence of Safe Practice, Evidence of English Language Proficiency) or
• have completed their educational requirements (e.g. BScN-IEN/PN-IEN program or micro-credentialing) and are waiting to write their registration exam

In addition:

• Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
• Evidence of successful learning experiences in recent clinical placements
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

• Responsible and accountable for the provision of patient care under the supervision of a regulated health professional (RHP) assigned to them in a manner consistent with organizational policies and professional standards, while taking into account the limitations placed on the position
• Works with the supervising RHP to ensure that the incumbent has the knowledge, skills and judgment needed to perform all actions/duties, such as assisting with ambulation, toileting, bathing, feeding and other care activities necessary in meeting the patient’s personal needs and comfort
• Requests assistance with assigned duties whenever needed and alerts team members when any change or concern about the patient’s condition is raised
• Reports to work on all shifts assigned, or ensures that the Manager is notified if absence prior to the start of the shift
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
• Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required