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Nursing Development at BCHS

Nursing at the Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) continues to evolve in response to the changing needs of the communities we serve, and we are constantly working together to support and develop our dedicated team of nursing professionals. Whether you are a new nurse, internationally educated, or have years of experience, we are committed to providing an exceptional environment for you to grow a rewarding career.

Opportunities for Nursing Students 

Nursing, Allied Health, Non-clinical, and High School Students

Student placements are arranged through the Learning Management Systems Coordinator.

Please contact Alainna Radcliffe with any questions.

Clinical Extern Program

Brant Community Healthcare System is currently offering the unique opportunity for Clinical Externs to join our organization.

The Clinical Extern position is viewed as a transitional role, whereby students develop clinical expertise, specialty knowledge and self-confidence. Externships allow students to become immersed in the hospital setting which enables them to build on their communication and inter professional collaboration skills. As a result of this program, Clinical Externs become excellent candidates for future recruitment.

Clinical Externs will work in collaboration with the healthcare team under the supervision of an appointed regulated healthcare professional. Clinical Externs will have varying levels of knowledge, skills and judgement, based on their education level and past experience. BCHS will provide an autonomous yet supervised environment for externs to develop their clinical skills, knowledge, and confidence as they transition into a registered role upon completion of their studies.

In this role, BCHS Clinical Externs work as unregulated health care providers under the supervision of regulated healthcare professionals.

Eligible candidates must currently be enrolled in a nursing program to be considered for employment.

Clinical Externship Opportunities at BCHS

 

Opportunities for New Graduate Nurses

Nursing Graduate Guarantee Program

Brant Community Healthcare System is a proud participant in the Nursing Graduate Guarantee Initiative (NGG).

The NGG is a program funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Through this initiative, Brant Community Healthcare System supports new Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses by providing them with a full-time employment opportunity, above staffing complement. This improves their transition into practice, and into full-time employment.

The NGG Program at Brant Community Healthcare System consists of:

  1. BCHS Nursing and inter-professional in person orientation to support comprehensive understanding of Standards and Policies
  2. A competency based learning pathway and learning plan to support the nurse’s learning needs
  3. 12 weeks of unit-based orientation with a preceptor to support the transition of the new graduate into practice
  4. Regular check-ins with Clinical Educators and Clinical Coordinators
  5. Transition into a nursing role upon completion of the program

Are you interested in applying to this exciting initiative with Brant Community Healthcare System?

To get started you will need to confirm your eligibility for the program, which you can find by clicking on the ministry website here.

Upon confirming eligibility, to be considered for current BCHS Nursing Graduate Guarantee postings, applicants must apply on the NGG Portal by visiting the Nursing Graduate Guarantee Portal. 

Nursing Graduate Guarantee Portal

Have you completed a clinical placement with Brant Community Healthcare System?

If you have, please connect with the unit manager or Human Resources to discuss your potential candidacy for the New Graduate Guarantee. Please note: you will still need to apply through the NGG Portal.

RN NGG Opportunities at BCHS   RPN NGG Opportunities at BCHS  

New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
BCHS recognizes that the transition from student to professional nurse can be challenging. The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program makes this transition easier by providing one year of enhanced support for our newest nurses.

During their first year at BCHS, Nurse Residents can expect:

  • Support from a New Graduate Nurse Coordinator
  • 24 hours of additional education
  • Empowerment to make positive changes within the organization
  • Opportunities to build support systems with peers

Participation in the New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is contingent upon the approval of the hiring manager.

 

Opportunities for Internationally Educated Nurses

Supervised Practice Experience Partnership (SPEP)

BCHS has been accepted as an eligible hospital to hire Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) to participate in a Supervised Practice Experience Partnership (SPEP).

Participation in the SPEP program is open to internationally educated nurses (RN or RPN) with evidence of practice that has expired no more than 5 years before applying to the program.

The program offers applicants the option to complete a supervised practice experience in Ontario to demonstrate current nursing knowledge, skill and judgement, and language proficiency skills.

What you need to know about the SPEP:

  • The SPEP is a partnership between Health Force Ontario (HFO) and College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • SPEP participants are termed “Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) Learners” at the BCHS and are not registered nurses or nursing students
  • IEN Learners are provided with 300 to 450 clinical hours with a registered practical nurse (RPN) or registered nurse preceptor (RN)
  • IEN Learners must successfully complete the registration examination approved by the CNO for the type of nursing (RN or RPN) they want to practise in addition to the Jurisprudence Exam prior to the start of their clinical hours at the BCHS
  • IEN Learners will receive support from the IEN Learner Coordinator

Interested candidates must apply through Information for Applicants (cno.org) to get matched with the BCHS.

IENs who have initiated registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), have received a CNO letter of direction and meet one of the following:

  • Are in any year of study in a CNO approved program, such as a BScN-IEN program, PN-IEN program, or are completing a micro-credential plan with a curriculum to meet the CNO requirements for registration (e.g., Standards of Practice for nursing, Entry-to Practice Competencies, Evidence of Safe Practice, Evidence of English Language Proficiency)
  • Or have completed their educational requirements (e.g., BScN-IEN/PN-IEN program or micro-credentialing) and are waiting to write their registration exam

 

Opportunities for Continuing Education

Certifications, Training, and Learning at BCHS
  • BCHS offers Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
  • Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) courses
  • Preceptor education
  • Mock code training exercises
  • Reimbursement of job-related education through the Centralized Education Fund (CEF). The CEF has been created to support staff by providing monetary assistance to those who are furthering their education, knowledge and skills related to professional growth within their role at BCHS.

 

Community Commitment Program for Nurses

Eligibility Criteria

BCHS has been accepted as an eligible hospital to hire nurses through a Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) Program. It is a program that offers eligible nurses a $10,000 incentive in exchange for a 12-month commitment to the hospital.

To be eligible the applicant must: 

  • Not have been employed as a nurse in Ontario in the six (6) months prior to being hired,
  • Hold a Certificate of Registration in good standing from the College of Nurses of Ontario,
  • Commit to 12-months of employment at a full-time work schedule offered by the employer, and
  • Not simultaneously receive funds from the Ministry of Health for the Tuition Support Program for Nurses.

If you meet the qualifications above and want to apply formally, please reach out to our Human Resources department: HumanResourcesDepartment@bchsys.org

 

Current Career Opportunities

We would be nothing without our great people who deliver outstanding care and customer service every day.  That is why BCHS strives to make this is a great place to work. We believe in recognizing and rewarding our teams, supporting continuing education and ongoing meaningful opportunities for growth and development.

This is a great time to consider joining BCHS! We are starting a new chapter, come be part of our story.

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