Clinical Nurse Leader (RN/RPN)

**Job Description** In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient \& staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; 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. **QUALIFICATIONS:** **Education, Training And Experience** 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/RPN registrant. Three to five years' recent related experience, including two years' relevant clinical experience. RN required at all Acute sites; RN or RPN for LTC and/or MHSU sites. **Skills And Abilities** * 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. * 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. * Contributes to the professional and the organizational vision as it pertains to clinical practice and patient care. **Link To Full Job Description** https://jd.viha.ca/JD1015\.pdf