Casual Clinical Instructors for Practical Nurse and Bachelor of Nursing Programs

Lethbridge Polytechnic; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Alberta seeks Casual Clinical Instructors for their Practical Nurse and Bachelor of Nursing Programs. Responsibilities include evaluating and supervising students in clinical settings and fostering an inquiry-based learning environment. Candidates must hold an LPN and/or RN designation, along with recent clinical experience. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the next generation of nursing professionals.

Qualifications

• LPN and/or RN designation is required.
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience in relevant settings.
• Current registration with the CLPNA or CARNA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, supervise, and evaluate nursing students.
• Participate in clinical placements.
• Apply various teaching strategies.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Teaching experience

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

Casual Clinical Instructors for Practical Nurse and Bachelor of Nursing Programs. Appointment type: Position Dates. Hours per week/FTE: 16.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, supervision, evaluation of approximately 8 students in a group with support from the Practice Coordinator
• Participate in the off-campus clinical placements
• Seek excellence in teaching by applying and evaluating various teaching strategies
• Encourage and foster an environment of inquiry and valuing of evidence-informed practice
• Evaluate students in clinical practice and provide feedback on written assignments
• Attend scheduled team meetings
• Participate as a member of a larger faculty team in the development and implementation of effective teaching strategies and initiatives
• Travel may be required to clinical settings

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• LPN and/or RN designation, a minimum of a degree in nursing is required to teach within the BN Program
• Current registration with the CLPNA or CARNA
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge base and safe, competent practice
• Minimum 3 years current clinical experience in medical/surgery/long-term care settings or minimum 3 years current experience in maternity or pediatrics
• Ability to work effectively and autonomously within small groups
• Capable of performing physical duties such as patient transfers and lifts
• Recent clinical supervision/preceptorship of students and/or teaching experience is an asset

Preferred Qualifications

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the current Faculty Collective Agreement

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Posting Details

• Posting Number: C20-00197
• Open Date: 11/17/2020
• Close Date: Open Until Filled
• Special Instructions to Applicants:

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents: Cover Letter, Resume

• Optional Documents: Letter of Recommendation, Curriculum Vitae