Clinical Nurse Specialist

Position Summary

Seabird Island is committed to strengthening nursing practice and supporting the ongoing growth of our health teams through culturally grounded education and mentorship. The Nursing Practice Lead strengthens nursing practice across Seabird Island’s health services through hands-on mentorship, clinical teaching, and practice consultation. Grounded in cultural safety and First Nations ways of knowing, the role builds the skills and confidence of nurses and primary care staff by providing real-time support, role-modelling best practices, and guiding competency development.
 
Working under the direction of the Acting Health Services Administrative Lead, the Nursing Practice Lead designs and delivers orientation, in-service education, and ongoing coaching, while fostering a learning culture that improves access, quality, and client outcomes in community-centred care. 

Work that matters 

Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band) is located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver. We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and resilient community. Our work spans a diverse range of services including housing, education, health, wellness, early childhood development, community infrastructure, and cultural vitalization. By joining our team, you will be part of an organization that values First Nations knowledge, promotes self-advocacy, and strives to create a holistic and culturally safe environment for all community members.

Become a part of our team and help us continue making meaningful impacts every day.

Benefits and perks 

• Extended health and dental benefits,


• Accrued vacation and sick time,


• Pension plan with matching employer contributions,


• Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement


• Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team


• Equitable hourly rates


• Casual dress code
  

What you'll do 

Clinical Mentorship & Practice Support

• Provide on-the-ground, real-time clinical mentorship to nurses and primary care team members; observe care, offer just-in-time coaching, and role-model best practices.


• Conduct supportive competency assessments; create individualized learning plans and provide formative feedback to build clinical judgment, cultural safety, and confidence.


• Advise on clinical standards, scopes of practice, documentation, and care pathways; support problem-solving for complex cases.


• Develop practical teaching resources (job aids, quick guides, checklists) to support consistent, high-quality practice.

Education, Orientation & Skill Development

• Lead nurse orientation and in-service education; coordinate learning schedules, content, and follow-up coaching. 


• Identify team and individual learning needs through observation, discussion, and review of competency data; align learning objectives with practice priorities.


• Support preceptors and mentors; promote adult-learning principles and reflective practice across the team.

Cultural Safety & Equity

• Champion culturally safe, trauma-informed care that honours First Nations knowledge, traditions, and community priorities. 


• Review and implement evidence-based practices that reduce health disparities and promote equitable, accessible services for all clients. 


• Integrate cultural teachings and community input into education materials and practice guidance.

Quality Improvement & Program Development

• Use data, feedback, and case reviews to identify practice gaps; recommend and implement improvements that enhance safety, access, and outcomes.


• Align clinical practice standards with community health strategies and service delivery goals. 
  


• Contribute to the development, evaluation, and refinement of programs, protocols, and care pathways. 

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers, Health Quality, Elders/Knowledge Keepers, community partners, and external educators to coordinate learning and strengthen continuity of care.


• Provide consultation on clinical issues, population health trends, and community health priorities; share learnings and promising practices across teams. 

Health Promotion & Community Education

• Mentor staff to plan and deliver health promotion workshops, seminars, and community information sessions that align with clinical health, public health trends, and community needs.


• Co-develop educational tools and materials aligned with community needs and wellness goals. 

What you bring 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) from a recognized institution.


• Recent experience in primary clinical care and/or community health services.


• Experience providing clinical mentorship, staff education, and orientation/training.


• Experience working with Indigenous communities; demonstrated understanding of Indigenous 
  cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.

Working / Special Conditions 

• Initial and ongoing employment is subject to submission of a clear Criminal Record Check to ensure the safety and trust of the communities we serve. This check will be conducted every five years.
  


• Initial and ongoing commitment to the values and guidelines of Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band), including our policies, procedures, standards of practice, and laws, is essential. This commitment supports our collective work, the community, and the responsibilities of this role.
  


• Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license and have access to safe and reliable transportation, insured for community-based use, to effectively travel between our facilities and the communities we serve to support our clients and work.

Preferred:

• First Nations candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


• Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.


• Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.


• Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.


• Excellent writing, editing, charting and verbal communication skills.

Cultural Competency:

• Deep understanding of First Nations cultures, traditions, and contemporary issues.


• Experience working within Indigenous communities and applying culturally safe practices.



• Understanding of intergenerational trauma and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and communities.

Reports to: Department Manager of Integrated Primary Care

How to apply

Have a question about this position before you apply? Email View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com .

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience, particularly in relation to nursing. Please include references that can speak to your experience and skills.

Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with Seabird Island Human Resources Policy Manual, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Pre-Employment Screening 

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our team. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous people. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.