Clinical Nurse Leader

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading health authority seeks a Clinical Nurse Leader responsible for overseeing daily operations of a unit/services area. This role includes coordinating clinical activities, supervising staff, and contributing to quality and risk management initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, relevant nursing experience, and a dedication to collaborative practice.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus 3-5 years’ related experience.
• Registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Recent clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary teams.
• Coordinate daily clinical activities and supervise staff.
• Ensure effective resource utilization and quality management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Registered Nurse (RN) with BC College of Nurses

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:30-19:45, 08:30-16:30, 19:30-07:45

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$49.20 - $67.08

Paid FTE

0.64

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

45.71

Planned Start Date

Jun. 22 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Feb. 9 2026

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Clinical Nurse Leader provides leadership in the day-to-day operations of an assigned unit/service area. Providing leadership to the multi-disciplinary team, this position coordinates and facilitates daily clinical activities, ensuring effective use of resources. Acts as the communication liaison between members of the multi-disciplinary team, as well as other health care professionals and administrative personnel outside the unit/service. Supervises staff, provides leadership and functions as a role model and coach to assist staff with professional development and achievement of unit/service goals. Contributes to the monitoring and development of the operating plan. Provides leadership within the unit/service for quality and risk management activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus three (3) to five (5) years' recent related experience, including two (2) years relevant clinical experience or evidence of an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;
• Ability to supervise;
• Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize own work and that of others;
• Ability to use a collaborative approach to problem solving supported by a systems approach;
• Ability to effectively employ human relation skills including conflict resolution;
• Contributes to the professional and the organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice and patient care;
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice and life long learning;
• Ability to operate related equipment;
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.