Clinical Nurse Specialist - (203204)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in British Columbia seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist to enhance patient care and safety. The role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals to implement evidence-based practices and contribute to policy development. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Nursing and significant leadership experience.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in program-related care, leadership roles preferred.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians and leaders to support evidence-based care.
• Contributes expertise towards policy development and clinical practice.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Client-Focused Services

Teamwork

Quality Improvement

Patient Safety Principles

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

National Certification

Job description

Job Description: Clinical Nurse Specialist

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety are priorities and shared responsibilities. Continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Reporting to the Director or designate, the Clinical Nurse Specialist collaborates with physicians, clinicians, and leaders to plan and direct initiatives supporting evidence-based care across all settings and relevant programs within Island Health.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist contributes expertise towards policy development and clinical practice, aligning with the Health Authority's strategic initiatives related to the program.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Equivalent to a Master of Science in Nursing with five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in program-related care; leadership roles preferred.
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• National certification in the relevant program area, if required.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to client-focused services and teamwork.
• Ability to effectively integrate administrative, professional, and operational aspects of the program across Island Health.
• Ability to develop and foster an environment embracing quality improvement and patient safety principles on a continuous basis.

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