In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director, Manager or designate, the Nurse Informaticist (NI) leads and promotes the integration of computer and communications technologies and clinical change initiatives that automate and/or enhance evidence-based clinical practices, access to patient/client information, and clinical documentation via the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and/or Electronic Health Information System in collaboration with clinical operational leaders, service, program, staff, and physicians.
As an integral regional member of a multi-disciplinary team, the Nurse Informaticist works to develop and redesign workflow and processes to improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of Island Health. The Nurse Informaticist partners closely with front-line clinicians and local quality structures to assess practice, identify barriers, and ensure digital tools and workflows are effectively integrated to enable high-quality, safe, and efficient care across Island Health.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
