Medical / Surgical Clinical Instructor

Northwestern Polytechnic; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Polytechnic is seeking a full-time Medical/Surgical Clinical Instructor to join its Department of Nursing Education and Health Studies. The role, running from August 2025 to April 2026, involves teaching and supervising nursing students to ensure high-quality education delivery. Applicants should possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and have relevant clinical and teaching experience. Join a dedicated team committed to impacting healthcare education positively.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Attractive benefits

High quality of life

Collaborative learning community

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time experience in medical/surgical nursing required.
• Previous teaching or supervision experience preferred.
• Experience with student-centered learning approaches is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical/surgical nursing concepts to students.
• Supervise clinical practice and provide feedback.
• Engage in course development and evaluation.

Skills

Communication

Positive attitude

Self-motivation

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree

Master’s Degree in Nursing or related discipline

Tools

Word processing

Outlook

Job description

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP) is a hub for knowledge, skills, creativity, and success. NWP's mission focuses on individual and collective progress, offering a variety of academic programs including certificates, diplomas, and apprenticeships. We serve domestic and international students, the communities, industries, staff, and faculty who contribute their expertise and insights. We are committed to growing our potential as one of Alberta's newest polytechnics and value authentic, effective contributors aligned with our core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Department

The Department of Nursing Education and Health Studies offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is located in the state-of-the-art Health Education Centre inside the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital.

The Role

We are seeking a full-time sessional Medical/Surgical Clinical Instructor from August 15, 2025, to April 30, 2026.

To learn more about our academic staff, please click here: We Offer.

Why Join Us

Find your fit within our specialized schools or departments and enjoy a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits, reliable networks, high quality of life, and an unparalleled learning community. Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice if you aim to transform post-secondary education through research, partnerships, and innovative teaching.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
• Current registration with CRNA
• Two years of full-time experience in medical/surgical nursing
• A Master’s Degree in Nursing or a related discipline (preferred)
• Previous teaching or supervision experience (desired)
• Experience with student-centered learning approaches (asset)
• Strong communication skills, positive attitude, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and self-motivation
• Proficiency with computers, word processing, and Outlook (asset)

Candidates must be registered, hold a current practice permit, and be in good standing with the applicable health professional regulatory college in accordance with the Health Professions Act. Interview candidates will need to provide their registration and practice permit. Final candidates will undergo security screening.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted electronically via the Northwestern Polytechnic website. Please include:

• Reference list
• Unofficial academic transcripts
• Proof of credential
• Teaching philosophy statement

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For inquiries, contact HR at [contact info].

Thank you for applying to NWP!

Key Skills

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2+ years

Vacancy: 1