10 Jan
Island Health
Duncan
Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized nursing program or a related health discipline, or Advanced Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Minimum of 3 years recent related experience in mental health or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Sound knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles and Recovery Model. Valid Class 5-vehicle license.
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.
Requirements
https://jd.viha.ca/JD3373.pdf
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