Clinical Nurse Leader Long-Term Care (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; North Cowichan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader for Long-Term Care. This role involves providing leadership in daily operations, coordinating clinical activities, and supervising a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a commitment to collaborative practice and lifelong learning. Join a team dedicated to improving quality and safety in patient care, where your contributions will make a significant impact in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN or RPN.
• Minimum of three-five years recent related experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in daily operations of assigned unit/service area.
• Coordinate and facilitate daily clinical activities for the multi-disciplinary team.
• Supervise staff and assist in professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Supervisory Skills

Patient Care

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Critical Thinking

Collaborative Practice

Physical Ability

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Graduation from a recognized nursing program

Gerontology Certification

Job description

Clinical Nurse Leader Long-Term Care (RN/RPN) - (213393)

Chemainus Health Care Centre - Chemainus, BC V0R 1K1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Days Off: N/A

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $49.20 - $67.08

Paid FTE: N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: N/A

Planned Start Date: Apr. 28 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

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 Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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.

Reporting to the Manager, the Clinical Nurse Leader - Long-Term Care 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

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

Graduation from a recognized nursing program with Gerontology certification or evidence of an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Minimum of three-five years recent related experience in long-term care.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to provide direct patient care when and if needed.
• 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.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice and lifelong learning.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Contributes to the professional and the organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice and patient care.