Clinical Nurse Leader (234968)
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Job Summary
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.
The Clinical Nurse Leader provides leadership in the day-to-day operations of an assigned unit/service area. Providing leadership to the multi-disciplinary team this position coordinates and facilitates daily clinical activities ensuring effective use of resources. 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 staff provides leadership and functions as a role model and coach to assist staff with professional development and achievement of unit/service goals. Contributes to the monitoring and development of the operating plan. Provides leadership within the unit/service for quality and risk management activities.
Graduation from a recognized nursing program or evidence of equivalent combination of education training and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Three to five years recent related experience including two years relevant clinical experience.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;
- Ability to supervise;
- Ability to organize coordinate and prioritize own work and that of others;
- Ability to use a collaborative approach to problem solving supported by a systems approach;
- Ability to effectively employ human relation skills including conflict resolution;
- Contributes to the professional and the organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice and patient care;
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills;
- Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice and life long learning;
- Ability to operate related equipment;
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
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About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
