Lecturer - Dalhousie School of Nursing

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority seeks a Lecturer to support curricula and student learning in the BScN Program at the Dalhousie University School of Nursing, in the Western Zone at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating learning experiences, reflecting health care trends and the NS Health strategic plan.

The ideal candidate is an RN with a bachelor’s degree and a master's degree (or in progress), registered with NSNMR, with clinical experience in

Qualifications

• RN with undergrad nursing degree and master’s preferred
• Active NSNMR registration in good standing required
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience within last 24 months
• BSCN student clinical teaching experience required; classroom/clinical lab teaching preferred
• HCP-C certification helpful
• Joint appointment with Dalhousie University School of Nursing
• Leadership in teaching and clinical practice
• Knowledge of ethical practice/standards in teaching/research

Responsibilities

• Participate in curricula and program development
• Plan, implement, and evaluate student learning experiences in the BScN program
• Collaborate with Dalhousie University School of Nursing
• Contribute to teaching and committee work
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with students and diverse groups

Skills

Nursing education

Clinical teaching

Curriculum development

Adult learning

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

BScN or higher

Job description

Req ID: 228251

Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Department: IPPL Nursing Education SW

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date: 15-Nov-26

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Site Administrator, the Lecturer is responsible for participating in curricula and program development that reflect health care trends and for planning, implementing, and evaluating student learning experience in the BScN Program. These activities are to be consistent with the curriculum, values, and strategic plan of the Dalhousie University School of Nursing and Nova Scotia Health. Through education, scholarship, practice and community service, faculty promote the advancement of professional nursing practice.

About You

• Registered Nurse with undergraduate nursing degree and a master’s degree, preferably in nursing required
  • In the absence of the above qualifications, consideration will be given to those who are currently in progress of completing a Master's degree
• Current registration (in good standing) with the Nova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator (NSNMR) required
• A minimum of 2 years of current (within the last 24 months) experience in a clinical setting required; preferably in medical-surgical nursing
• BSCN student clinical teaching experience required, BSCN student classroom and/or clinical lab/simulation teaching experience preferred
• HCP-C certification
• Joint appointment with Dalhousie University School of Nursing
• Leadership skills in teaching and clinical practice
• Knowledge of ethical practice/standards in teaching, practice, research, and scholarly work
• Knowledge of the principles of adult teaching and learning, active learning strategies, and experience in facilitating learning activities
• Demonstrates effective collaborative interpersonal relationships with students and diverse groups in academic, health care and the community settings
• Well-developed conceptual, problem-solving, and decision-making skills for effective participation in diverse settings and in teaching and committee work
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation And Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Non-Union

Band: NU06

Hourly Rate: $53.59 - $65.65

Annual Salary: $104,498 - $128,010

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.