Healthcare Assistant Program Instructor

ABM College; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Health Care Assistant Diploma Program Instructor to elevate student success through engaging instruction and practical training. This role involves delivering high-quality education, evaluating student performance, and enhancing the program by leveraging industry connections for practical training opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess a strong nursing background, a passion for teaching adult learners, and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Join a forward-thinking institution that values educational excellence and prepares students for impactful careers in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current full registration as a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, or registered psychiatric nurse.
• Two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivering instruction that meets course competencies and program objectives.
• Evaluating student performance and enhancing the program through industry contacts.

Skills

Advanced oral and written communication skills

Ability to motivate and inspire students

Relevant industry skills and knowledge

Experience in pedagogical approaches

Education

Licensed practical nurse registration

Registered nurse registration

Registered psychiatric nurse registration

Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Edison College Canada, sister-institution of ABM College, established in 1973, is accredited and recognized by The Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Being a student-centered institution, our mandate is to offer in-demand programs with excellent employment outcomes, to which we have now expanded our offerings to include programs in Health Sciences.

The Health Care Assistant Diploma Program Instructor - Theory and Clinical Instructor will be required to contribute to the academic success of students and the program by:

• Delivering instruction that meets the course competencies and program objectives as set out in the curriculum.
• Evaluating student performance in a timely manner.
• Enhancing the program by leveraging industry contacts for the benefit of students' practical training and employment.
• As a Clinical Instructor, you will be responsible for taking the students on a Multi-Level/complex Care Practicum. The instructor will be involved in teaching clinical skills to students and their evaluation of clinical skills.

Minimum Instructor Qualifications for Theory, Lab, and Practice Education Courses:

• Current unrestricted (i.e., no conditions on license or provisional registration) full registration as a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, or registered psychiatric nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners (e.g., completion of Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent education or previous teaching experience with satisfactory references or positive performance evaluations and student course evaluations).
• Two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience (1 year = 1400 hours) with relevant knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system, the roles and responsibilities of healthcare team members, and current policies and procedures within residential and community care settings.
• Evidence of completion of course work in Indigenous cultural safety and humility (e.g., San’yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Training or an alternative training program).
• Evidence of completion of the Health Care Assistant Practice in BC course available on the LearningHub as part of their orientation/onboarding. This will support a current understanding of the role of the HCA within BC.

Nursing work experience to include:

• Experience in working with older adults with complex health needs.
• Experience or orientation in-home support and multi-level/complex care.

Skills and Abilities:

• Relevant industry skills and knowledge relating to the area of instruction, including ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
• Interest in pedagogical and multi-modal education approaches is an asset.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students.
• High standards of behavior, a professional attitude, and commitment to quality service.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other instructors and staff.
• Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of students, to provide feedback, and to treat students equitably.