Registered Nurse (rn), Clinical Mentor, Acute Care

Northern Health; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Vacation after 1 year

Relocation assistance

Employee referral program

Leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health in Fort St. John is seeking an experienced Clinical Mentor to share your nursing expertise with the team, providing rapid mentorship and clinical support on inpatient units. This role emphasizes collaboration with nurse educators and leadership in clinical practice initiatives.

You will mentor staff, deliver clinical instruction, and support ongoing staff development, using evidence-informed practice to uphold high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a RN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years of relevant nursing practice including mentoring staff and leadership training or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid elbow-to-elbow clinical mentorship and practice support to nursing staff.
• Advise and mentor nursing staff in nursing practice with clinical instruction.
• Lead change and support staff through transition and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical mentorship

Nursing theory

Leadership

Teaching

Coaching

Adult learning

Communication

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Care standards

CPR

Education

BC RN registration

Tools

EHR system

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

Position Summary Are you interested in sharing your clinical nursing experience with others on your team? If you are looking for an opportunity that will make use of your varied skills and experiences or if you are seeking a challenge that will draw upon your leadership skills and initiative, then please read on.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, the Clinical Mentor role functions as an experienced clinical mentor, resource, and champion in the delivery of excellent client care to nurses and other team members. Working in conjunction with nurse educators, provides rapid elbow-to-elbow clinical mentorship and practice support for nursing staff. Utilizes experience and clinical skills to function as a clinical resource to formally advise other nursing staff in nursing practice, provides clinical instruction and supports staff training and development. Takes on a leadership role in performing functions such as mentoring staff to support skills development and supporting clinical practice initiatives.

Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent acute care experience in an inpatient medical/surgical unit. Must submit a current resume.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 07:00 to 18:00, 12:00 to 23:00 (rotating)

Qualfications

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years of relevant nursing practice including experience mentoring nursing staff as well as leadership training or an equivalent combination of educations, training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle may be required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical mentorship and clinical practice support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centered model of care.
• Demonstrated ability to provide consultation, direction and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate, mentor and coach.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Knowledge of relevant clinical practice standards/guidelines and care pathways.
• Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client/patient care.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, organize and priorities work.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally on a one to one basis and/or group setting.
• Demonstrated ability to guide and/or deal with others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking skills in the approach to patient/client/resident care.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and support staff through transition.
• Demonstrated skill in the application of techniques appropriate to the assessment and treatment of designated client population utilizing best available evidence informed practice.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a supportive, creative learning environment and engage in continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a computerized client/patient care information system as well as applicable word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Fort St. John Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. John

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
  • Program certificates or diplomas.
  • High school, college, or university transcripts.
  • Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants