Advance mental health and substance use nursing practice with Interior Health as a permanent part-time Clinical Nurse Specialist. Worksite location is versatile within the Interior Health region.

This advanced practice nursing position provides clinical leadership in mental health services. You will support evidence-informed practice, quality improvement, research, education, and expert consultation. The CNS works independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to improve client, population, and health system outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct comprehensive assessments using advanced nursing knowledge and skills
- Develop and evaluate care plans for complex clinical situations
- Lead standards, education, quality, research, and system change initiatives
- Provide consultation, mentorship, coaching,



and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Integrate evidence into practice and evaluate client outcomes

Requirements:

- Advanced practice nursing expertise in the specialty area
- Ability to apply critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Experience with research, education, consultation, and collaboration
- Ability to lead evidence-informed practice and quality improvement
- Commitment to professional accountability, safety, and ethical practice

Use advanced clinical leadership, research, consultation, and education to improve mental health and substance use care across Interior Health.

📌 Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist (Kelowna)
🏢 Interior Health Authority
📍 Kelowna