Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0800-1600 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. 31 2026 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 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, skilled and operational aspects of the program throughout Island Health in an effective and efficient manner.

Ability to develop and nurture an environment 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.

📌 Nurse Health Specialist (Capital Regional District)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Capital Regional District