Nurse Regional Practice Resource

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria, Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks a Nurse Regional Practice Resource to provide regional nursing expertise across clinical nursing, NSWOC, or case management portfolios. The role supports service areas, develops guidelines, and leads staff development in line with TRC commitments.

Travel between multiple sites is required; extensive collaboration with interdisciplinary teams ensures high-quality patient care, safety, and continuous improvement across home support nursing

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• NSWOC certification or equivalent for wounds/ostomy/continence specialization.
• Post-secondary courses in adult education, process improvement or change management.
• Three or more years of direct experience in adult education, quality improvement and/or policy development.
• Experience with Indigenous groups and Truth and Reconciliation actions.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and standards.
• Knowledge of gerontological issues and standards.
• Valid BC Driver''s License.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional nursing expertise across specified portfolios.
• Develop, implement and evaluate guidelines and resources for professional standards.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to support staff development and education.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and accreditation efforts.
• Uphold Truth and Reconciliation commitments in Canada and drive reconciliation actions.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Independent work

Interprofessional collaboration

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Education

RN registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

CNA NSWOC certification

Masters in Wound Healing

Adult Education / Change Management

Indigenous relations knowledge

BC Driver's License

Job description

Nurse Regional Practice Resource - (233180)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$49.20 - $67.08

Paid FTE

1.00

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Aug. 24 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Aug. 17 2028

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.

Reporting to the Manager, provides regional expertise on one of three areas of nursing depending on qualifications and assigned portfolio: a) Clinical Nursing; b) Nurses specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC); or c) Case Management (subsidized services) professional practice standards and practice issues across Island Health service areas. Is accountable to ensure staff across disciplines and sectors attain excellence through the assessment, development, provision and evaluation of clinical and educational strategies that support and improve patient/client centred care and outcomes.

Develops, implements and evaluates guidelines, practice standards and associated resources and instruments for achieving and maintaining professional standards throughout the continuum of heath services as required by service area. Collaborates with colleagues in other disciplines and service areas to ensure appropriate staff development and participation in education, research, accreditation, utilization management and continuous quality improvement initiatives within Island Health portfolios and other jurisdictions.

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.

Reporting to the Manager, provides regional expertise on one of three areas of nursing depending on qualifications and assigned portfolio: a) Clinical Nursing; b) Nurses specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC); or c) Case Management (subsidized services) professional practice standards and practice issues across Island Health service areas. Is accountable to ensure staff across disciplines and sectors attain excellence through the assessment, development, provision and evaluation of clinical and educational strategies that support and improve patient/client centred care and outcomes.

Develops, implements and evaluates guidelines, practice standards and associated resources and instruments for achieving and maintaining professional standards throughout the continuum of heath services as required by service area. Collaborates with colleagues in other disciplines and service areas to ensure appropriate staff development and participation in education, research, accreditation, utilization management and continuous quality improvement initiatives within Island Health portfolios and other jurisdictions.

Accountable to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).

Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• POSITIONS ASSIGNED TO SUPPORT NSWOC NURSES ALSO REQUIRE: Graduated from a recognized nursing program with Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification for Nurses who specialize in Wound, Ostomy and Continence, or completion of the International Interdisciplinary Wound Care Program or Masters in Wound Healing
• Post-secondary courses in Adult Education, Process Improvement and/or Change Management
• Three (3) or more years of direct experience in adult education, quality improvement and/or policy/procedural development
• Experience working with Indigenous groups and fostering Indigenous relations with a focus on Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Actions
• Knowledge of program relevant legislation, policies and standards
• Knowledge of current, evidence-based gerontological issues and standards
• Valid BC Driver's License
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to provide leadership to staff and peers
• Ability to work independently
• Effective interpersonal, organizational and teaching skills
• Ability to communicate with clients and their families, physicians and colleagues from within Island Health as well as external organizations
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

This position is with the regional Home Support Strategy team within Community Health Services. These positions provide regional clinical expertise in the areas of home support nursing and support several key priority initiatives including Service Delivery Redesign, Procura to AlayaCare Transition, CHW Safety and Assisted Living Optimization. Home Support Nursing experience, or equivalent, is required.

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.