RN Clinical Mentor - Internal Medicine

Fraser Health; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health is looking for an experienced RN Clinical Mentor to enhance patient care through clinical mentorship and leadership. This role emphasizes collaboration with nursing staff in Internal Medicine, fostering professional development and improving clinical practices.

Applicants should have a valid RN registration with BCCNM and at least three years of Acute Care experience. Join Fraser Health to contribute to quality patient outcomes and be part of a team that values diversity and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Three years of recent Acute Care nursing experience.
• Experience mentoring nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical mentorship and practice support.
• Advise nurses on nursing practice and clinical guidelines.
• Support staff learning through instruction and feedback.

Skills

Clinical mentorship

Acute Care nursing experience

Leadership

Critical thinking

Clinical decision-making

Education

Registered Nurse with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Leadership training

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $49.20 - $67.08 per hour.

Job Summary

Fraser Health is seeking an experienced and dedicated RN Clinical Mentor – Internal Medicine to support high-quality, patient‑centred care through expert clinical mentorship, leadership, and practice support. This role is ideal for an accomplished acute care nurse who is passionate about teaching, guiding others, and strengthening clinical excellence within internal medicine services.

About the Role

The Clinical Mentor functions as an experienced clinical mentor, resource, and champion in the delivery of excellent patient care to nurses and interprofessional team members. Working in close collaboration with nurse educators, the Clinical Mentor provides rapid, elbow‑to‑elbow clinical mentorship and hands‑on practice support to nursing staff within Internal Medicine settings.

Utilizing advanced nursing experience and clinical expertise, the Clinical Mentor supports staff training and development, advises on nursing practice, and contributes to the advancement of clinical practice initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, real‑time clinical mentorship and practice support to nursing staff.
• Serve as a clinical resource, formally advising nurses on nursing practice, standards, and clinical guidelines.
• Support staff learning and professional development through clinical instruction, observation, coaching, and feedback.
• Take a leadership role in mentoring staff to support skills development and enhance clinical practice.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team leaders and nurse educators to establish learning priorities for individuals and teams.
• Assess learning needs through observation, discussion, competency assessments, practice changes, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Determine required resources and learning opportunities to support effective mentorship and education.
• Role model best practice nursing skills and related competencies in Internal Medicine care.
• Promote critical thinking, clinical decision‑making, and problem‑solving related to patient care.
• Observe clinical practice and intervene as needed to demonstrate appropriate care delivery.
• Provide timely feedback to ensure care aligns with program standards, standards of practice, and clinical practice guidelines.
• Support preceptors, preceptees, mentors, and mentees using adult learning and teaching principles.
• Contribute to clinical education initiatives by supporting skill development priorities for nursing staff.
• Provide leadership in continuous quality improvement activities by utilizing evidence‑based research to promote client/patient care based on best practice.
• Ensure a safe and healthy workplace for clients/patients and staff through effective promotion of safe work practices and enforcement of health and safety requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years of recent Acute Care nursing experience, preferably in Internal Medicine or an equivalent clinical area.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring nursing staff and supporting clinical practice.
• Leadership training or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid BC Driver’s License; access to a personal vehicle may be required.

Why Join Fraser Health

Fraser Health is committed to delivering exceptional care through collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. As a Clinical Mentor, you will play a meaningful role in developing nursing practice, supporting teams, and improving patient outcomes across Internal Medicine services.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring, and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.