Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$55.46 - $79.72

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Aug.

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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 Director or designate, the Clinical Nurse Specialist collaborates with physicians, clinicians and leaders to plan and direct initiatives which support evidence-based care in all settings and relevant programs across Island Health.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist contributes expertise towards the development of policies and clinical practice, aligning with Health Authority strategic initiatives related to the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:





Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master of Science in Nursing and five (5) to seven (7) years' experience in delivery of program-related care; leadership roles preferred. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. National certification in program area, where required.

Skills And Abilities

- Demonstrated leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to client-focused services and teamwork.
- Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the program throughout Island Health in an effective and efficient manner.
- Ability to develop and nurture an workplace where quality improvement and patient safety principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis.

This role has a heavy focus on Emergency and requires the successful applicant to have experience working in the Emergency Department.The salary range for this position is $108,147 (min) to $135,184 (midpoint) to $155,461 (max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist (Oak Bay)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Oak Bay