Chair, Practical Nursing Program (Extended)

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institute is seeking a Chair for the Practical Nursing program to oversee the coordination of the program and support faculty and students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and extensive nursing experience. The role involves program management, student recruitment, and community liaison, emphasizing diversity and inclusion in education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years recent nursing experience in medical, surgical and gerontological fields.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.
• Responsive to a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Practical Nursing program and support faculty and students.
• Manage student intake and monitor student progress.
• Participate in program evaluations and curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching commitment

Student support

Adaptability to diverse student needs

Proficiency in information technology

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

BC Provincial Instructor Diploma

Master's degree in nursing or related field

Tools

Learning management systems (D2L)

Job description

Overview

Duties: The Chair of the Practical Nursing program is responsible for the overall coordination of the program and will support faculty and students in this area. Special areas of responsibility will include administration, budgets and budget planning, FTE tracking, advertising and publicity, student certificates, job postings, auxiliary appointments and appointment forms, chairing department meetings, timetabling, managing student intake and monitoring of students, managing referrals of students. Coordinating program evaluations, new program development, curriculum development and professional development activities. Participate in program, faculty, and institutional committees as required. Student contact, recruitment, interview and selection of prospective students as required, preparing student reports and monitoring student progress on an ongoing basis, handling student inquiries and interviews regarding the courses coordinated. Dealing with student performance contracts. Liaison with local industry, sponsoring agents, Advising, Counseling, Registration and Financial Aid. Ensuring recording of grades, reports and certificates.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an appropriately accredited institution, with current practicing BC College of Nursing Professionals membership in good standing;
• the BC Provincial Instructor Diploma, or its equivalent, completed or in progress (maximum two years to completion) from an accredited institution;
• a minimum of five years recent medical, surgical and gerontological nursing experience;
• familiar with practice settings in central Vancouver Island communities, including private and public residential care and acute care;
• responsive to a diverse student population;
• a solid understanding of the scope and role of LPNs in the health care system;
• Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology.
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural teachings.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to BCGEU faculty members within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services.
• Master's degree in nursing or related field from an appropriately accredited institution;
• experience teaching adults in a post-secondary setting;
• familiarity with learning management systems (D2L) in an educational setting.

Benefits

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.