Clinical Instructor- Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Comox, BC)

Stenberg College; Comox; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

Stenberg College seeks an organized, passionate Registered Psychiatric Nurse to join our RDPN Clinical Instructional Faculty in North Island, British Columbia. The role involves regulatory supervision of students during clinical practice and mentorship to learners.

The program is hybrid/blended, with in-person labs and clinical experiences across 7 regions; compensation starts at $62.50/hour, with travel reimbursement. 1–2 shifts weekly, Jan 25, 2027 start date.

Qualifications

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with active practicing registration (in good standing) with the BCCNM
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing required; Master’s degree (completed or in progress) preferred
• Strong understanding of software applications and communication tools, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities

• As a clinical instructor, you would be providing regulatory supervision of students while they complete their clinical practice experience.
• You would provide support and mentorship to students while they provide care to their assigned patients.

Skills

Active practicing RPN registration

5+ years nursing experience

Mentorship & communication

Strong communication skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Nursing

Master’s degree (completed or in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 3, 2026

Locations

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Stenberg College- Vancouver Island
Comox, BC, CAN

• On-site
• Education/CLT/Student Services
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: CLINI001317

Description

Stenberg College seeks an organized, passionate, and relationship-driven Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join our Regional Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing (RDPN) Clinical Instructional Faculty in North Island, British Columbia.

Are you a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) who’s passionate about mentoring the next generation of psychiatric nurses? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Program:

For the past 19 years, Stenberg College has been an industry leader in providing psychiatric nursing education in British Columbia.

The RDPN program is the only psychiatric nursing program in B.C. that is offered province-wide to 7 regions through a hybrid, blended delivery, 8-semester, 147-credit program. Students engage in synchronous and asynchronous learning through online theory courses, complete in-person lab simulation at one of our five regional lab spaces, and in-person clinical practice experiences that expose students to a variety of health status, across the life span, and with varying complexity.

• Location: Comox, British Columbia
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Contract/Part-time, In-Person
• Schedule: 1–2 shifts per week (8–12 hours each)
• Start Date: The next contract begins January 25, 2027 . The successful candidate is expected to complete hiring, onboarding, training, and orientation approximately one month prior to the contract start date.
• Compensation: Starting at $62.50/hour, plus paid orientation and administrative time

Travel Reimbursement: Mileage is reimbursed at $0.72 per kilometre , plus parking expenses. The first 30 km each way is considered your regular commute; mileage reimbursement applies to any distance travelled beyond 30 km each way .

What You Will Do: As a clinical instructor, you would be providing regulatory supervision of students while they complete their clinical practice experience. You would provide support and mentorship to students while they provide care to their assigned patients.

Who You Are: The candidates will require the following:

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with active practicing registration (in good standing) with the BCCNM
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse
• Experience in both acute and community care settings is considered an asset
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing/ Psychiatric Nursing required; Master’s degree (completed or in progress) preferred
• Previous clinical instructor experience is preferred, but not required
• Strong understanding of software applications and communication tools, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
• Excellent interpersonal, mentorship, and communication skills with a passion for student learning and development

Our Core Values

We are guided by values that shape everything we do:

• Connectedness and Inclusivity
• Collaboration and Innovation
• Accountability and Integrity
• Adaptability and Responsiveness
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Stenberg College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all individuals can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others who may face barriers. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, encourages innovation, and fosters a more compassionate workplace.

Want to learn more about Stenberg College? Please check out our website at www.stenbergcollege.com

Please note, although we appreciate all applications, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview