Lecturer - Dalhousie School of Nursing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Lecturer for the BScN program at the Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital. The role involves curriculum development, planning, implementing and evaluating student learning experiences in collaboration with Dalhousie University School of Nursing.

Requirements include RN with undergrad, a master’s degree preferred, NSNMR in good standing, and 2+ years of recent clinical experience. A joint appointment and teaching leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with undergraduate nursing degree and a master’s degree preferred.
• Current NSNMR registration in good standing.
• 2+ years clinical experience within last 24 months, medical-surgical preferred.
• BSCN teaching experience and leadership in education.
• HCP-C certification and joint appointment with Dalhousie University.

Responsibilities

• Participate in curricula and program development for the BScN program.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate student learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Dalhousie University School of Nursing and Nova Scotia Health.
• Demonstrate ethical practice, leadership, and active learning facilitation.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Adult learning

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing

RN with undergrad degree

NSNMR registration

Job description

Location: WesternZone,Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT(100%) x 1

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.