About the role#
This temporary part-time position offers nursing students the chance to work in a clinical setting at Palmerston and District Hospital. As an unregulated care provider, you will work alongside a primary nurse to support patient care and gain hands-on experience. This role is non-union.
What you'll do#
- Work under the direct supervision of a nurse to provide patient care.
- Assist with daily tasks including hygiene, grooming, comfort, safety, mobility, and nutrition.
- Respond to call bells and observe patient status, reporting findings to the nursing staff.
- Orient patients and families upon admission.
- Attend staff meetings and educational sessions.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and support safety practices for staff and patients.
- Perform additional non-patient care tasks as required by the clinical team.
- Use critical thinking and teamwork to solve problems.
- Seek assistance whenever you are unsure of a task.
What you'll need#
- Completion of year 3 of an RN program or year 2 of an RPN program.
- Current BCLS certification and up-to-date immunization records.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a preceptor nurse and the broader health care team.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
- Ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Two letters of reference, including one from a nursing instructor.
- Successful completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check and a pre-employment health assessment.
Location & details#
- Location: Palmerston, Ontario.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20.60 per hour.
- Schedule: Must be available for 12-hour day and night shifts, including 2 out of 4 weekends.
About North Wellington Health Care
North Wellington Health Care operates two hospital sites in Mount Forest and Palmerston. It provides acute care services including surgery, inpatient care, and outpatient clinics. The organization offers 24/7 emergency and obstetrical care to patients in Wellington North, Minto, and Mapleton. It functions as part of the Wellington Health Care Alliance and maintains a staff of 51 to 200 people.
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