Clinical Leader Operations, Secure Care Unit

Req ID: 223160 Department/Program: Secure Care Unit , Mental Health And Addictions Location: Waterville Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s) Start Date: July 2026 Union Status: NSNU Nursing, Nursing Bargaining Unit Compensation: $42.6131 - $54.0593 /hour Closing Date : July 05, 2026 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time) Clinical Leader Operations, Secure Care Unit The Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, the Clinical Leader Operations supports the efficient and effective operation of Youth Forensic Services by assisting with the planning, organization, and directing of clinical care consistent with the philosophy, objectives and vision of the IWK Health Centre and the Mental Health and Additions Program. The Clinical Leader Operations role models professional nursing practice, fosters the development of an environment in which the desired outcome of all activities is the enhancement of patient care while demonstrating strong leadership, organization and communication skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: collaboration with the Youth Forensic Services team members; identifies and facilitates quality initiatives to improve care; acts as a liaison for Youth Forensic Services with other Departments within the Health Centre and with partners outside the Health Centre; supports the preceptorship of new staff; in collaboration with the Manager and Clinical Practice Leaders, organizes, coordinates and supports learning opportunities for staff; acts as a leader and resource in the Secure Care Unit and Nova Scotia Youth Facility; facilitates staff learning; in collaboration with the Manager, coordinates patient care assignments and workload for staff.

Participates in recruitment and selection of team members when required. Hours of Work 7.5 hour shifts, mainly Monday through Friday, some evenings and weekends required, some travel required. Your Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.

Registered, or eligible to be registered, with Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) required. Current successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support (BLS) program within the last 12 months or successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge certificate required. Current NCI Certification required.

Minimum five (5) years relevant clinical nursing experience required, three (3) of these years must be recent mental health and addictions clinical nursing experience. Minimum one (1) year leadership experience preferred. Clinical expertise in Mental Health and Addictions required.

Certification in Mental Health and Addictions Nursing preferred. Demonstrated visionary regarding trends in Mental Health and Additions. Demonstrated expert problem solving and decision making abilities required.

Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills required. Demonstrated commitment to life long learning required. Demonstrated expert negotiation and conflict resolution skills required.

Demonstrated commitment to professional development and practice required. Competency in other languages considered an asset. Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

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This is a Nursing bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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