Practical Nurse Instructor

Discovery Community College; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Community College in Campbell River, BC seeks a dedicated Practical Nurse Instructor to teach lab and clinicals at our Campbell River campus. Part-time hours and potential for advancement are offered, with a start date in October 2026.

Responsibilities include delivering high-quality instruction and guiding students through hands-on clinical experiences in a supportive setting. Applicants must have 2,800 hours of nursing experience and current BCCNM registration as LPN/RN/RDPN.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2,800 hours of nursing experience, including maternity, mental health or acute care.
• Current full registration with BCCNM as an LPN, RN, or RDPN.
• Previous instructor experience is an asset.
• Experience with Office 365 and SIS is an asset.
• Strong communication and mentorship skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in lab and clinical settings.
• Execute lesson plans using preset curriculum aligned with PTIRU compliance.
• Provide hands-on training and supervision in clinical environments.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Stay current with best practices in nursing education.

Skills

Nursing experience

Mentorship

Communication skills

Adapt teaching methods

Education

Active BCCNM registration (LPN/RN/RDPN)

Tools

Office 365

SIS (Student Information Systems)

Job description

Discovery Community College offers a truly close-knit team of people who are passionate about changing lives. As a member of this team, you will Discover all the best of Community, in both work and life.

About the Role:

Discovery Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Practical Nurse Instructor to teach Lab and Clinicals (Site TBD) from our Campbell River, BC campus. This position offers an opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of nursing professionals through engaging and comprehensive instruction.

This role offers part- time hours per week (Depended on program schedule) and has the potential to lead to future instructional opportunities, advancing your career in education.

Start date: Friday October 09, 2026

$34- $45 for PN (based on years of experience and levels of care)

$40 - $60 for RN (based on years of experience and levels of care)

Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:30am to 5:00pm)

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in lab, and clinical settings.
• Execute lesson plans using preset curriculum that aligns with PTIRU compliance (extensive in-house curriculum orientation and training provided)
• Provide hands‑on training and supervision in clinical environments.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Stay current with best practices and developments in nursing education.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2,800 hours of nursing experience, inclusive of either maternity or mental health or Acute Care.
• Current full registration with the BCCNM as an LPN, RN, or RDPN - required.
• Previous instructor experience is an asset.
• Experience with Office 365 and Student Information Systems (SIS) is an asset.
• Strong communication and mentorship skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles.
• Commitment to fostering a positive educational experience.
• Ability to travel to local sites within region.

Required Experience:

• In a Long-term Care, Maternity or Mental health or Acute Care in Canada within the last two years, or relevant experience.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Discover Community College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment. We celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented communities. Discovery Community College values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

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