Faculty, Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing

BCIT; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 114,000; Part time

Job summary

BCIT's School of Health Sciences seeks passionate Nursing Faculty to inspire and guide students. Positions available are temporary, full-time or part-time, focused on providing innovative and impactful education in nursing. Join a vibrant community dedicated to advancing nursing education and supporting student learning.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Professional Development funds

Complimentary access to fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years nursing experience required.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Current CPR (HCP) certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor nursing students in various contexts.
• Engage in hands-on, practice-based learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and participate in initiatives.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

Provincial Instructor Diploma

CASN’s Nurse Educator course

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Simulation technologies

Job description

Who We Are:

Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’sPeople Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one ofBC’s Top Employersfor over ten years running.

Position Summary:

BCIT’sSchool of Health SciencesNursing program is seekingtemporary, part-time and/or temporary, full-time Faculty, Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing.

Bring your passion for nursing back to school! As Nursing Faculty, you will have the opportunity to:

• Inspire the next generation of nurses by sharing your real-world experience.
• Mentor and guide students through hands-on, practice-based learning.
• Engage with the latest technology in our cutting-edge learning environments.
• Collaborate, share your expertise, and grow with our passionate community of educators.

Our faculty have an important and direct impact on Nursing in BC – for a glimpse of what you could be doing in our programclick here; to learn more about the courses we teach, please visit ourcourses page.

Temporary, full-time and temporary, part-time contracts are available year-round for the program. We encourage all applicants who meet the qualifications to apply for this position as we welcome applications for future staffing needs.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is a three-year, full-time program, delivered in-person over three terms per year. The program is based on a concept, competency-based approach. Our program is innovative in design and implements labs, practicums, and blended learning as teaching strategies.

Opportunities may be available for the following areas in a variety of contexts (simulation, clinical, lab, and theory). Candidates who have the flexibility to teach the programs below would be preferred:

• Medical/Surgical
• Mental Health
• Perinatal
• Pediatrics
• Public Health
• Simulation

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated clinical experience in Medical/Surgical, Mental Health, Perinatal, Pediatrics or Community Health with a minimum of 2-3 years nursing experience.
• A Masters degree is a requirement for this position for candidates who are successful in obtaining regular/permanent status in this position, however, BCIT will consider applicants who are currently enrolled in a Masters Degree program with an intention of completing the degree within a specified time period, or those who have the intention of enrolling in a program and completing their Masters Degree within a specified time period. Professional development support may be available for course work and practicum experiences. One degree must be in Nursing. Applicants with only a BSN may be considered with limitation.
• Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience preferably in an academic institution is considered an asset. Including but not limited to:
• Facilitating simulation, and experience using simulation best practice standards
• Demonstrated ability using educational technologies, including online learning platforms
• Knowledge and experience of curriculum development using various delivery methods.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and to supporting student learning.
• Ability and willingness to contribute in Faculty of Nursing meetings and initiatives.
• Ability and willingness to travel to assigned clinical practice sites.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency. Proficiency with Learning Content Management Systems (e.g., Learning Hub, Blackboard, etc.) considered an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Completion of formal courses related to teaching including but not limited to:
• Provincial Instructor Diploma,
• CASN’s Nurse Educator,
• Clinical Instructor, and/or
• Simulation Educator course
• Demonstrated interest in applied research.
• Current and active British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) registration.
• Current CPR (HCP) certification.
• Current Respiratory Fit Mask Test.
• A demonstrable understanding of all BC College of Nurses and Midwives practice standards, including but not limited to Indigenous Cultural Safety, Cultural Humility, and Anti-racism and a commitment to uphold these practice standards.
• BCIT’s nursing program is committed to furthering Indigenous cultural safety, cultural humility, and anti-racism in nursing through incorporation of relevant leading practices and principles as outlined in the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related guiding documents.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on yourposition)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at ourbenefit plans!
• Defined benefitpensionplan with employer contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
• Professional Developmentfunds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learningcoursesfree of charge
• Wellnessand Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, andmore

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should [e-mail]. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal.Email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm(Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh(Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ(Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range:$65,045 - $113,545 per annum.

Additional Salary Information:Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.