inical Externs

SUMMARY OF JOB:

∙The clinical extern will be working in the capacity as an unregulated health care provider. Clinical externs work in collaboration with a unit clinical team under direct and/or indirect supervision of an appointed registered health professional

∙Assists the unit clinical team in a team-based model of care to provide support to the patient care teams by assisting with basic clinical tasks including;

o Performing vital signs under supervision;

o Documenting all interventions for patient care; o Provide mouth care;

o Observe and reporting changes in patient’s condition;

o Lifting, positioning, turning, transferring and ambulating patients; o Transporting patients and specimens as required;

o Weighing patients;

o Feeding, bathing/grooming and toileting; o Bed making;

o Responding to patient requests, including call bells; o Assisting with emergency situations as directed;

o Providing one-on-one observation and care of designated patients. o Demonstrate PSFDH values: accountability, innovation, respect o Other duties as required

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY

∙Currently enrolled in:

oAny year of an approved baccalaureate nursing program: o Any year of an approved practical nursing program;

o Any year of an approved BScN-IEN or PN-IEN program; o Any year of an approved Occupational Therapy program; o Any year of an approved Physiotherapy program;

o Second year of an approved Paramedic program;

o Final year of an approved MD program (recent Canadian Medical graduates awaiting start of residency)

o Second to third year of an approved Respiratory Therapy program

∙Current BCLS;

∙Knowledge of body mechanics, and safe patient lift and transfer practices;

∙Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team;

∙Effective communication skills to provide ongoing support and care for diverse patients and communicate any concerns, changes in the patient’s condition;

∙Demonstrated organizational and time management skills;

∙Commitment to maintain dignity and self-esteem of patients and families in delivery of care;

∙Proficient computer/technological skills;

∙Ability to work under pressure, request assistance when required, and to adapt to change rapidly.

ASSETS:

∙Successful completion of a recent clinical placement in an acute clinical area, preferred;

∙Basic knowledge of performing vital signs, sterility and aseptic technique and established Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety practices;

Shifts: Maximum 75.0 Bi-weekly hours - Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends, 8 & 12 hours/shifts (subject to change)

Salary: $20.60 per hour

Interested applicants are invited to send a resume and letter of application, in confidence, to

The Human Resources Department Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital 60 Cornelia Street West

Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 2H9 Email – HR@psfdh.on.ca Website - www.psfdh.on.ca

Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-283-2330 ext. 1132 for assistance. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.