Reporting to the Operations Leader, coordinates the day to day operations of a designated nursing unit and supervises staff. Acts as a clinical resource to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members in the provision of direct care to patients/residents. Assists the Operations Leader in assessing clinical development needs/interests of staff, and with orientation and educational programs. Assists in the promotion of research and quality improvement initiatives within the program team.

Education & Training 

• Current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a practicing Registered Nurse (RN) registrant.

• Qualifications required of a Staff Nurse in the applicable clinical area.

• Minimum three (3) years of recent related experience in the clinical specialty, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• For Clinical Nurse Leader vacancies in Mental Health Services and Extended and Intermediate Care Services:

  • Positions will be dual posted for Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN).

  • Requires current practicing registration with the BCCNM as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to supervise
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures appropriate for the area of service.
• Ability to deal with and promote change.
• Ability to role model conflict resolution strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to apply decision making and analytical skills.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to teach, coach, and provide clinical supervision.
• Ability to collaborate with other members of a interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to match skills of staff with clinical needs.

• State-of-the-art facilities:  The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• A competitive salary:  $49.20 - $63.47 CAD 
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Tight knit team, great culture, learning opportunities 

Your Day to Day:

• Coordinate day-to-day patient/resident care activities, including supervising staff, monitoring performance, and managing work assignments.
• Monitor patient/resident acuity and adjust staffing levels as needed.
• Act as a clinical resource, providing guidance on procedures and troubleshooting clinical issues.
• Participate in rounds/clinics, assisting with patient/resident assessment and intervention planning.
• Facilitate consultations with physicians and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Advocate for patients/residents and their families by addressing concerns and facilitating communication with the care team.
• Provide direct nursing care as part of a patient/resident assignment.
• Assist in developing and delivering orientation and educational programs for staff.
• Collaborate on identifying learning needs and implementing educational strategies.
• Review and provide feedback on policies, procedures, and reference materials.
• Support the Operations Leader in staff performance planning and coaching.
• Participate in research initiatives and help apply findings to practice.
• Offer input on equipment, supplies, and staffing requirements.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and process evaluations.

Join Us and Transform Your Career in Healthcare! 

Apply today to seize this unique opportunity to specialize and advance your career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Be a part of our journey as we approach the grand opening of our new hospital, where you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.