At a Glance
- Tasks: Strengthen patient care skills and gain hands-on hospital experience.
- Company: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, a leader in patient care.
- Benefits: Temporary part-time role with valuable clinical experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive interprofessional team and enhance your clinical judgment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while developing your healthcare skills.
- Qualifications: Must be enrolled in an eligible healthcare program with Basic Life Support certification.
The predicted salary is between 13.5 - 16.5 $ per hour.
Strengthen patient care skills through St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton's Enhanced Extern Program as a temporary, part-time Clinical Extern. Gain supervised hospital experience.
This opportunity is open to eligible nursing, paramedic, medical, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy students.
Clinical Externs provide patient-centred care as unregulated healthcare providers within an interprofessional team.
The six-month contract supports competency development before future registered practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Practice under direct or indirect healthcare professional supervision
- Assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures
- Answer call bells and participate in comfort rounds
- Contribute to existing care plan interventions
- Complete falls, pain, Braden, and CAM assessments
Requirements
- Enrollment in an approved eligible healthcare program
- Current certificate in Basic Life Support
- Demonstrated infection prevention and control practices
- Strong communication, teamwork, and consultation abilities
- Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills
Develop clinical judgment, safe care competencies, and interprofessional communication while supporting patients across hospital care areas.
Enhanced Extern Patient Care Student in Hamilton employer: St. Joe's
At SJHH, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and professional growth of our Registered Nurses in the Forensic Outpatient Program. Located in the vibrant Hamilton Mountain area, we offer a supportive work culture that emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to mental health advocacy. Our nurses benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive training opportunities, and a strong focus on person-centred care, making it a rewarding environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs.
