About the role#
The Clinical Extern program offers nursing students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience as an unregulated health care provider. You will work within the oncology clinic to support the nursing team, gain clinical understanding, and build your critical thinking skills. This is a part-time, temporary position lasting until approximately March 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform fundamental patient care duties.
- Assist the nursing team with daily operations at the patient care level.
- Work within an interprofessional team environment.
- Support the development of your own clinical skills and understanding.
- Maintain strict privacy and confidentiality for all patients.
- Act as an enthusiastic and reliable student focused on the patient experience.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited School of Nursing or BScN program, specifically entering your final years of study.
- Current BLS certification.
- Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative.
- A satisfactory performance and attendance record.
- Commitment to the core values of respect, compassion, trust, courage, and commitment.
- Ability to work all shifts as necessary.
Location & details#
- Location: Markham, Ontario.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $21 per hour.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts. You must work a minimum of one shift per week.
About Oak Valley Health
Oak Valley Health operates as a community health care organization based in Ontario. It manages Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. The organization serves over 490,000 patients every year. It was founded in 1990 and employs nearly 2,000 people.
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