Clinical Nurse Lead

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Lead
Location: BC Immigration Holding Centre (Onsite, 5 days/week)
Schedule: Flexible hours + rotating on-call
Reports To: Manager, Clinical Practice

PAY- $90,000 /yr 

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse Lead provides onsite clinical leadership and operational support within the BC Immigration Holding Centre. This role ensures high-quality, client-centered care through coordination of nursing activities, direct clinical practice, and collaboration with internal and external partners. The Clinical Nurse Lead supports a multidisciplinary team and may be required to work on the floor as an RN when staffing gaps arise. This position plays a key role in maintaining clinical standards, promoting safety, and facilitating communication between healthcare staff, center operations, and community resources.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Coordination

• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to the nursing team, supporting clinical decision-making, workflow management, and adherence to best practices.
• Oversee nursing assignments, monitor staffing levels, and step into direct RN duties when required to maintain continuity of care.
• Support new staff orientation, ongoing training, and performance development in collaboration with the Manager of Clinical Practice.

Client Care & Direct Practice

• Deliver safe, competent nursing care in accordance with BCCNM standards and organizational policies.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for clients with diverse medical, psychological, and social needs.
• Participate in emergency response, chronic disease management, mental health support, and health education initiatives.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), contracted guards, and internal operational staff to support a safe, secure, and respectful care environment.
• Liaise with external healthcare providers, including hospitals, specialists, community clinics, and diagnostic services, to coordinate client care and follow-up.
• Collaborate with on-site nurses, physicians, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other interdisciplinary team members to support comprehensive service delivery.
• Communicate clinical concerns, risks, and incident follow-up to the Manager of Clinical Practice as required.

Clinical Oversight & Quality Assurance

• Support the development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and organizational standards.
• Participate in case reviews, health and safety meetings, and collaborative care planning.

On-Call Rotation

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after-hours clinical guidance and support to staff.

Qualifications

Required:

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience in Canada.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills.
• Experience working with vulnerable, diverse, or marginalized populations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week, with flexible scheduling and participation in an on-call rotation.

Asset:

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, team lead, supervisor, or similar role).
• Experience in corrections, immigration holding settings, emergency, mental health, or community health settings.

Working Conditions

• Onsite role within a secure facility environment.
• Includes participation in emergency response situations and occasional high-stress scenarios.