Instructor, Nursing Studies: IEN Bridging / RN Re-entry

New Brunswick Community College; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college in New Brunswick is seeking an Instructor/Nurse Mentor for Nursing Studies. The role involves instructing and evaluating students, mentoring Internationally Educated Nurses, and ensuring a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Nursing and is experienced in acute care nursing. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $33.85 to $47.70 per hour. Applications are due by December 2, 2025, and all candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Benefits

Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Paid sick and vacation leave

Professional development opportunities

Membership in public service pension plan

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse in good standing with the Nurses Association of New Brunswick.
• Minimum of five years of recent experience in acute care nursing preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License for required travel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Academic Chair to plan and prepare instructional materials.
• Supervise Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) in clinical practice.
• Evaluate students and manage their clinical schedules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical ability

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Registered Nurse with Nurses Association of New Brunswick

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to transforming lives and communities. The College is currently seeking a dynamic and competent individual for the position of Instructor/Nurse Mentor, Nursing Studies: IEN Bridging / RN Re-entry. When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member and a part of a community of leaders who are driven by learning excellence and social and economic development.

Position Type: Term from January 2026 to August 2026 (Full time - 8-month Term)

Location: Saint John

Salary Range: $33.85 to $47.70 per hour. Successful candidates may be eligible for a higher maximum step, up to $52.08 per hour, based on their level of post-secondary education.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Nursing with recent and related years of experience.
• Candidates must be currently registered and in good standing with the Nurses Association of New Brunswick or be eligible for registration.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have a minimum of five (5) years of recent experience in acute care nursing.
• Highly flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to navigate and build relationships effectively throughout the organization.
• Physical able to facilitate clinicals in client centered environments
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking.
• Self-motivated, service and results oriented.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
a> A desire for continuous learning and growth.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Candidates must possess a valid Driver's License as travel will be required.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in a post-secondary environment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.

Responsibilities

You will be collaborating with and reporting to the Academic Chair- Allied Health, School of Health and Wellness, as a member of the faculty team, you are responsible for planning and preparing instructional materials and resources; establishing and managing a positive learning environment; instructing and evaluating students; building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders; as well as other related duties.

Specific instructional area includes:

• Being a nurse mentor who will provide clinical supervision and guidance to Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) completing 600 hours of employer‑led clinical practice in long‑term care facilities, as approved by NANB.
• Overseeing cohorts of approximately 6-8 students, ensuring adherence to NANB’s assessment rubric and supporting students in meeting competency requirements.
• Coordinating clinical and student schedule with partner nursing home, managing schedules, monitoring progress, and evaluating performance.
• On‑site supervision and limited off‑site preparation, with initial weeks dedicated to establishing logistics with facilities and students.
• Assisting in the clinical preparation of candidates who will be writing the NCLEX national exam and who will be applying for registration in New Brunswick.

Benefits

• A culture that is focused on nurturing a sense of belonging for all employees.
• Opportunity to become a member of the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• NBCC supports the wellbeing of its employees. We provide free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• Volunteer leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs (Employee: Tuition Reimbursement Program AND Family: Tuition Reduction Benefit - Spouse and Children).

This position is a unionized position where the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NBUPPE - Education (Instructional) collective agreement for the College.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the wellbeing of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the province.

We promote an equal opportunity work environment.

All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application, with a resume, online by December 2, 2025. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.