Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Outpatient Cardiac Ambulatory Clinic - BC Children’s Hospital

• Supervise nursing and clerical staff through monitoring clinical performance and defining areas for improvement. Collaborate with the Program Manager, nursing leadership team, and interdisciplinary team members regarding unit and performance issues. Provide input into staff educational needs and develops plans for continuing education programs in conjunction with the clinical instructor. Complete performance reviews and plans for assigned staff members.
• Manage the operation of the Unit/Program and supports the delivery of direct/indirect patient care within budgeted resources. Coordinate or delegate patient assignments, develop rotations, approve vacation, short term leaves and overtime, and monitor unit activities.
• Act as a clinical resource to nursing staff, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, by demonstrating procedures, answering questions related to clinical practice issues, problem solving, and anticipating potential concerns. Advise Program Manager of issues/concerns.
• Monitor the patient acuity and flow of patients on the nursing unit, to ensure that staffing levels match patient and unit needs. Make adjustments to the assignments to reflect changes in acuity.
• In conjunction with the Program Manager, and clinical instructor, participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of applicants for positions. Make recommendations to Program Manager regarding staffing plans.
• Provide input into the development, delivery and evaluation of orientation, in conjunction with other members of the health care team. Facilitate transition to unit by ensuring orientation meets individual needs.
• Collaborate with the nursing leadership team and interdisciplinary team members in identifying learning needs of nurses and implementing educational strategies and programs. Present in–service educational sessions for staff as required.
• Assist the nursing leadership team and other resource nurses in promoting further education, by mentoring staff regarding educational opportunities, and model/mentor strategies for interpersonal conflict resolution with members of interdisciplinary health care team.

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. Three (3) year’s recent, tertiary experience in the clinical speciality of the Program, including one year’s recent experience in a supervisory/leadership capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current practising registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Current CPR certification.

• Strong leadership skills and independent decision making abilities.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills problem solving skills.
• Ability to develop, prioritise and accomplish objectives.
• Proven conflict resolution skills.
• Supervisory experience in a unionised environment.
• Effective organisational ability.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective team building skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Provincial Health Services Authority