Clinical Extern - Nursing
About the role
Posting Period
Come join the LHSC team!
At London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), which consists of Victoria Hospital, University Hospital, and the Children's Hospital, nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. LHSC focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.
Open: October 2, 2025
Deadline: October 19, 2025
Department Description
We're currently searching for Nursing Students to support our dynamic team. The Clinical Extern - Nursing opportunity will give you hands-on patient care, insight into the bedside nursing environment and further exposure to London Health Sciences Centre. All positions are temporary, and could be located at University Hospital and Victoria Hospital.
The Clinical Extern- Nursing will be working in the capacity as unregulated health care provider. They work in collaboration with a unit nursing team under direct and/or indirect supervision of an appointed registered nursing professional. They may perform pre-identified Controlled acts authorized to nursing within the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of Ontario delegated to them under the supervision of a nursing professional who is authorized to perform them.
The Clinical Extern- Nursing will be hired on contract, during which the Extern will work part time hours to a maximum of full-time hours (37.5 hours per week). The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on the Hospitals needs and may include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.
Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour
Temporary Part time up to 12 months
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Nursing students enrolled in their 2nd year of an approved CNO diploma nursing program or, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate nursing program
- Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
- Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
- Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Commitment to patient/family centred care with a service oriented attitude
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
- Knowledge of patient requirements with respect to prescribed diets/menus
- Demonstrated knowledge of protocol to escalate concerns
- Must be self directed and show initiative
- Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Mission, Vision and Values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
All applicants would be required to submit the following documentation upon request
Proof of enrollment for attending full time Nursing education at an accredited program in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate or diploma nursing program
Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
Immunization Requirements:
- Provide Immunization or proof of immunity reflective of Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) Guidelines. These include measles, mumps, rubella and varicella, and a tuberculosis skin test. Additional immunizations may be recommended. Detailed information regarding health review requirements and immunization can be found at https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements
Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!
Teaching, Learning and Research
London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.
If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Clinical Extern - Nursing
About the role
Posting Period
Come join the LHSC team!
At London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), which consists of Victoria Hospital, University Hospital, and the Children's Hospital, nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. LHSC focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.
Open: October 2, 2025
Deadline: October 19, 2025
Department Description
We're currently searching for Nursing Students to support our dynamic team. The Clinical Extern - Nursing opportunity will give you hands-on patient care, insight into the bedside nursing environment and further exposure to London Health Sciences Centre. All positions are temporary, and could be located at University Hospital and Victoria Hospital.
The Clinical Extern- Nursing will be working in the capacity as unregulated health care provider. They work in collaboration with a unit nursing team under direct and/or indirect supervision of an appointed registered nursing professional. They may perform pre-identified Controlled acts authorized to nursing within the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of Ontario delegated to them under the supervision of a nursing professional who is authorized to perform them.
The Clinical Extern- Nursing will be hired on contract, during which the Extern will work part time hours to a maximum of full-time hours (37.5 hours per week). The scheduling of these hours will be determined based on the Hospitals needs and may include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.
Rate of Pay: $20.60 per hour
Temporary Part time up to 12 months
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Nursing students enrolled in their 2nd year of an approved CNO diploma nursing program or, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate nursing program
- Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
- Demonstrated evidence of excellent academic standing
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
- Excellent communication abilities and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, staff and the general public
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing tasks that require attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Commitment to patient/family centred care with a service oriented attitude
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate initiative within appropriate scope of practice
- Knowledge of patient requirements with respect to prescribed diets/menus
- Demonstrated knowledge of protocol to escalate concerns
- Must be self directed and show initiative
- Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Mission, Vision and Values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
All applicants would be required to submit the following documentation upon request
Proof of enrollment for attending full time Nursing education at an accredited program in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a CNO approved baccalaureate or diploma nursing program
Proof of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers BLS-HCP(C)
Immunization Requirements:
- Provide Immunization or proof of immunity reflective of Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) Guidelines. These include measles, mumps, rubella and varicella, and a tuberculosis skin test. Additional immunizations may be recommended. Detailed information regarding health review requirements and immunization can be found at https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements
Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!
Teaching, Learning and Research
London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.
If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.