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About the Role

The Clinical Extern works as an unregulated health care provider in collaboration with a Unit nursing team, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN). This role involves providing direct resident care and clinical unit support within Toronto's largest not-for-profit senior community.

Responsibilities

• Practices under the direct and/or indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse assigned to them on the home area and in a manner consistent with Shepherd Village policies standards, while taking into account CNO guidance for unregulated care providers and Fixing Long term Care Act
• Works with the charge nurses to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and judgment needed to perform all actions/duties assigned.
• Performs vital signs, documentation of oral/caloric intake, fluid balance, Oral medications etc.
• Assists resident with personal hygiene if needed (bathing, dressing, shaving and shampooing of hair)
• Provides assistance with PSW ADL delegation.
• Provides measures to ensure skin integrity and reduce pressure injuries.
• May participate in a structured process supporting resident safety, completing regular rounding or “safety checks” and applying standard interventions to support safety best practices (i.e. Eyes On Safety).
• Duties include assisting with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Practices all procedures in keeping with infection control policies and the use of universal precautions.
• Work is moderately heavy, involving lifting, considerable walking, and standing, bending, pushing and pulling of equipment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)-approved RN or RPN program that includes successful completion of the Medication Administration Course and Pharmacology and at least one clinical placement.
• Internationally Educated Nurses who have initiated registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), have received a CNO letter of direction and meet specific study or completion criteria.
• Evidence of excellent academic standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience working with older adults, dementia care, rehabilitation, or complex continuing care.
• Knowledge of Ontario long-term care standards and resident-centered care principles.
• Demonstrated above-average proficiency in English-language communication (verbal/written/listening), strong customer service and family communication skills.
• Completion of mandatory/required certifications provided via Shepherd Village corporate orientation, including extern orientation, and as defined by unit.
• MUST be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employer.
• Successful candidates must provide a complete and current (i.e. within six months prior to hire date) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Skills

• Medication Administration
• Pharmacology
• CPR
• English-language communication (verbal/written/listening)
• Customer service
• Family communication
• Fit Test
• WHIMS
• AODA
• IP&C

Location

• Toronto

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Extern

Education Level

• Currently enrolled in a College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)-approved RN or RPN program
• Internationally Educated Nurses program

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive compensation
• Early Wage Access (EWA) program that provides access to as much as 50% of earned wages as soon as shifts are worked.

Benefits

• Great culture as confirmed by the Organization having receive the Great Places to Work certification in November 2025.
• An opportunity to participate in and contribute to the work of the largest seniors’ care community in Toronto.
• Competitive compensation.
• Early Wage Access (EWA) program that provides access to as much as 50% of earned wages as soon as shifts are worked.
• Location on a major transit line with a bus stop positioned at the Organization’s property.

About the Company

• Shepherd Village is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit senior community and has been dedicated to the well-being of seniors since 1961.
• We’re committed to meeting the changing physical, spiritual and social needs of seniors through quality care and compassionate service.
• Everything we offer is designed to enhance the quality of life and peace-of-mind of our residents, and their family and friends.

Equal Opportunity

• We are committed to accessibility in the candidate application and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements of the vacant position. Applicants are asked to please make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.