Clinical Nurse Leader

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 132,167,000 - 180,198,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks a Clinical Nurse Leader for the Medical Arts UPCC at Port Place Mall in Nanaimo. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, coordinate daily clinical activities, and ensure optimal resource use.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and professional development within a dynamic care setting. Minimum RN registration in BC with 3–5 years of relevant experience (including clinical), a valid BC driver’s license, and willingness to work a 75-hour

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized nursing program and current RN registration.
• 3–5 years of recent related experience, including 2 years of clinical practice.
• Valid BC Driver's license and ability to travel as required.
• Strong leadership and collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership for the assigned unit/service area and coordinate daily clinical activities.
• Act as liaison among the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals and staff outside the unit.
• Supervise staff and coach colleagues to support professional development and unit goals.
• Contribute to operating plan monitoring and risk management within the unit.
• Lead quality initiatives and promote continuous safety improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Organize work

Conflict resolution

Collaborative practice

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing degree

BC RN license

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830-1630

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$49.20 - $67.08

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Sep. 21 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Jul. 7 2027

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 and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Providing leadership to the multi-disciplinary team, the Clinical Nurse Leader provides day-to-day leadership in the operations of an assigned unit/service area and 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 area. 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. Current practicing Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Valid BC Driver's license.

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.

This position is for the Clinical Nurse Leader of the Medical Arts UPCC located within the Port Place Mall.

Additional Clauses

A first in Canada: minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in BC! Island Health, alongside other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.