Position Details
Job Number:
JR00982
Department:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit NICU
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:
Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time
Contract Duration: (If applicable)
6 months
Number of Positions:
1
Union:
CUPE Local 786
Hourly Rate (Min / Max):
$27.25 - $27.25
Schedule
Work Days:
Monday to Sunday
Time of Day:
Afternoons, Days, Evenings
Shift:
Hours -12
Shift Start: (If applicable)
AM 07:00
Application Dates
Opening Date:
2026-06-30
Closing Date:
2026-12-31
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Clinical Extern are unregulated healthcare providers who will be working as part of interprofessional team and provide patient-centred care under the direct and/or indirect supervision of an identified Health Professional and who reports to the unit manager. The Clinical Extern will practice in a manner consistent with the organizational Mission, Vision and Values in alignment with the outlined job description, while considering the limitations in their ability to perform controlled acts as authorized by the professional colleges. The Clinical Externs will be hired on a contract part-time basis and the hours of work will be determined based on individual availability and unit needs which will include day/evening/night and weekend shifts.
Woman’s & Infant Program:
Mother Baby Unit – Charlton Campus
The Mother Baby Unit is where the mother and baby will recover from the birth, and where parents will learn to care for the new baby. The dedicated and compassionate team of healthcare providers in the Mother Baby Unit is here to care for the mother as they recover from childbirth and equip them with the information and tools required to ease the transition from the hospital to home. Below are the services we focus on:
Teaching mother’s how to care for themselves and baby
Preparing parents to go home
Providing families with community supports that can be accessed after discharge
Special Care Nursery – Charlton Campus
NICU/Special Care Nursery provides comprehensive advanced practice nursing care to neonates and families as part of a multidisciplinary team
The Special Care Nursery cares for babies who need extra support and monitoring for a number of different health reasons. This can include babies who are born early (premature) or babies that have other health concerns requiring specialized care.
Depending on each baby’s specific needs, they may stay in the Special Care Nursery for anywhere from a few hours, up to several weeks if necessary. Each baby’s individual needs and plan of care are shared and discussed with his or her family on a regular basis.
The Special Care Nursery provides “Level 2b” neonatal (newborn) care. This means that we can provide care for babies who are born as early as 32 weeks gestation, and who require extra supports including respiratory (breathing) support, intravenous (IV) therapy, and other types of specialized newborn care.
We work in partnership with parents and families to provide care for babies who require care in the Special Care Nursery. Families are an important part of the healthcare team and we encourage families to participate as much as possible in the care of their babies.
Labour & Delivery (L&D) – Charlton Campus
The Birthing Unit is where mothers will be labouring and giving birth to their baby. Once stable, mother and baby move to The Mother and Baby Unit to spend time after the birth before heading home.
We deliver approximately 10 babies per day equaling about 3,650 babies per year.
The Birthing Unit at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton offers a full range of support services and enhanced facilities to best meet the needs of women giving birth and their babies. Our birthing unit houses:
2 Fontbonne Obstetrics/Gynecology Clinic
Outpatient clinic specializing in low and high-risk obstetrics, general gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, and menopause
Key Qualifications/Job Requirements:
Must be enrolled in the following programs:
Registered Nurse (RN) Students enrolled in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Students enrolled in their final year of study with an accredited nursing program OR
Undergraduate Medical Students in the final year of a program; recent Canadian Medical Graduates awaiting start of residency OR
Respiratory Therapy Students in their 2nd or 3rd year of study in a Diploma Program
Paramedic Students who are in an approved Paramedic Program; 2nd year of study
Occupational Therapy Students
Physiotherapy Students
Current certificate in BLS
Completion of any orientation and mandatory training provided by SJHH
Demonstrated IPAC practices
Evidence of good academic standing with enrolled program
Evidence of successful learning experiences in recent clinical placements
Ability to communicate in a confidential, professional, diplomatic and friendly manner when interacting with patients, families, staff, physicians, students and volunteers
Ability to work as a member of a team and request guidance and consultation
Acquired competencies to provide safe, high quality and compassionate care reflective of level of formal education and in accordance with organizational Mission and Vision
Demonstrated critical thinking skills including clinical judgment, problem solving, and evaluation skills reflective of level of formal education
Demonstrated attitude and behavior that conveys respect and dignity of all persons
Demonstrated excellent organizational and time-management skills
Excellent attendance record
Duties/Responsibilities:
Practice under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the Healthcare Professional (eg. RN, RPN, Respiratory Therapist etc) in a manner consistent with SJHH’s Mission, Vision, policies and procedures and in accordance with the CNO Practice Guideline for Working with Unregulated Care Providers
Carry out or assist with activities of daily living with the goal of supporting and optimizing patient independence and functioning. These activities may include both patient care activities and non-patient care activities as follows:
Patient Care Activities:
In consultation and collaboration with supervising healthcare professional:
Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (e.g. feeding, toileting, bathing, dressing, etc.)
Mobility Assistance (lifting, turning, positioning, transfer, ambulation, etc.)
Provision of measures to ensure skin integrity
Answering call bells
Taking patients’ Vital Signs, height and weight
Assistance with comfort measures and involvement in comfort rounds
Contribution to care planning and implementation of existing care plan interventions under direction of the nurse
Activation, companionship, and social engagement
Reporting changes in patient status or safety concerns to a supervising nurse
Falls Risk Assessment
Pain Assessment
Braden Scale Assessment
CAM Assessment
Other care activities as needed and appropriate for clinical area and patient population served
Documenting care provided and notify supervising healthcare professional of findings
Clinical Externs in their final year or semester of study, upon successful completion of the Clinical Extern Competency Test and educational orientation, may accept delegation of following acts:
Point of Care Testing (POCT) Glucose
Hours of Work:
Rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
**NOTE**
As a reminder, please note the following weekly availability requirements for clinical externs:
From September 1st to April 30th: You must work One 12-Hour shift per week
From May 1st to August 31st : You must work Two 12- Hour shifts per week
For those of you who are accelerating their studies and are attending classes during the summer, you would follow the requirement on 1 x 12 hour shift a week throughout the year.
Reason for Posting:
This requisition is for a new vacancy
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.
