Clinical Nurse Leader (ouf)

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council is seeking a permanent, full-time Clinical Nurse Leader to provide professional nursing guidance and support to Nurses. Based in Port Alberni or Tofino, this position will support and guide nurses to deliver professional, ethical, culturally safe, team based, and responsible care based on the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework. This position will require travel to other Regions within Nuu-chah-nulth territories along the coast of Vancouver Island. Travel is by vehicle on gravel road, by boat, float plane and helicopter). Responsibilities Include Provides clinical expertise, oversight, mentoring, support, and reflection to the team. Provides orientation and ongoing guidance with the NTC Nursing Framework, NTC Nursing Policies, and in meeting BCCNM Professional Standards. Expertise in Nursing and the ability to act as a role model, and support team members to embrace the Nuu-chah-nulth way of nursing and motivate team members to align their nurse practice with Nuu-chah-nulth values and beliefs. Exemplary leadership in cultural safety, relational inquiry, reflective practice, trauma-informed care and completing documentation in partnership with clients. As part of the NTC Health Department, supports a collaborative approach to service delivery with both the Child & Youth and Mental Health teams. Preferred Qualifications Graduate-level Degree in Nursing plus a minimum of 10-years clinical nursing experience with First Nations with expertise in relational practice, reflective practice, and trauma-informed care. Current license with BCCNM is required. Proven ability to lead, guide, and support nursing professionals. Overall nursing perspectives in delivery of Home Care, Maternal/Child, and Communicable Disease Programs. Must have a car and valid driver’s licence. Able to provide an acceptable criminal record check. What We Offer Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience- $90,000 - $110,000. Comprehensive benefits including health/dental coverage, pension and professional development. A supportive and culturally rich work environment with opportunities for growth.

Provide professional nursing guidance, mentoring, and clinical oversight to nurses based on the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework. Support a collaborative approach to service delivery across Child & Youth and Mental Health teams.

Requires a graduate-level nursing degree, BCCNM license, and at least 10 years of clinical experience with First Nations. Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to travel via various modes of transport.

• Health coverage • Dental coverage • Pension • Professional development

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• Clinical Nursing Leadership
• Relational Practice
• Reflective Practice
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Cultural Safety
• Mentoring
• Clinical Oversight
• Home Care
• Maternal/Child Health
• Communicable Disease Programs

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 12, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level