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High school co-op: Nursing

Monday through Friday

8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Specialized Orthopedic and Developmental Rehab (SODR) nursing Unit clients are ages 0 to 18 years. These clients have been admitted to Holland Bloorview to obtain rehabilitation (often post-surgical) with a variety of musculoskeletal, developmental or neuromotor conditions.

This position includes learning opportunities in the following areas:

Under the supervision of the Clinical Leader and/or Clinical Educator and guidance of a Registered Practical Nurse, the student will:

Provide 1:1 social interaction with clients, especially during meals
Assist with basic care for clients under supervision.
Assist staff with clerical duties

Students may also have the opportunity to learn about and assist the work of Child and Youth Workers and/or Child Life Specialists.

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