Clinical Extern – Nurse

SALARY: $25 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Nursing Students in any year of study and enrolled in a CNO approved baccalaureate or diploma nursing program
2. Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
3. Current certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
4. Completion of mandatory/required certifications provided via corporate orientation, including extern orientation,
and as defined by unit (e.g., Fit Test, WHIMS, AODA, IP&C)
5. Demonstrated infection prevention and control practices
6. Effective interpersonal and communication skills
7. Successful completion of a recent clinical placement in an acute care area preferred
8. Students who have successfully completed a recent clinical placement preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the nursing professional assigned to
them on the unit and in a manner consistent with organizational policies and professional
standards, while taking into account CNO guidance for unregulated care providers
• Works with unit nurses to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and judgment needed
to perform all actions/duties.
• Provides assistance with lifting, turning, transferring, transporting, and ambulating as per the
hospital policy.
• Provides measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries.
• Assists with comfort measures and patient safety by ensuring the environment is clean and
tidy and free of hazards.
• Requests assistance with assigned duties whenever in need
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Participates as a team member

POSITION OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS
Red Lake Margaret Cochenour Memorial Hospital is committed to employment equity.
Upon request, accommodation for disabilities can be provided in the hiring process to
applicants who meet the required qualifications outlined in the job description.