Coordinator (RN/RPN) - (222907)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in British Columbia seeks a Coordinator to oversee daily operations, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and ensure quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in nursing, significant clinical and supervisory experience, and a commitment to collaborative practice. This role involves developing policies, facilitating change, and managing resources effectively. A Master's degree and registration with the BC College of Nurses is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of recent related experience, including 2 years of relevant clinical experience and 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN.
• Valid BC Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate daily clinical activities.
• Supervise and evaluate staff while providing leadership.
• Develop policies and procedures for operationalizing care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related health discipline

Master's degree preferred

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 Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the unit/service/program. Providing leadership to the multi-disciplinary team, this position coordinates and facilitates daily clinical activities, ensuring effective use of resources reflective of the MHAS vision and mission. 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 and evaluates staff, provides leadership and functions as a role model and coach to assist staff with professional development and achievement of unit/service/program goals. Takes a long‑range view of operations and patient/client/resident service delivery and follows through on issues that impact the overall quality of patient/client/resident care provided. Develops policies and procedures/standards for operationalizing patient/client/resident care at unit/service level. Contributes to the monitoring and development of the operating plan. Provides leadership within the unit/service for quality and risk management activities. Engages in program and community development when appropriate and as directed.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree in nursing or related health discipline plus five to seven years' recent related experience, including 2 years relevant clinical experience, and 2 years supervisory experience. Master's degree preferred. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven and demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise and effectively manage human resources.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize own work and that of others.
• Ability to effectively manage services within available resources, including the ability to develop, audit and manage budgets.
• Ability to use a collaborative approach to problem solving supported by an overall systems approach.
• Ability to effectively employ human relation skills, including conflict resolution.
• Ability to contribute to the professional and the organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice, service delivery and organizational development.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (verbal/written).
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice and lifelong learning.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate change.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.