Senior Lab Instructor, School of Nursing, UNBC Peace River-Liard Campus (Fort St. John)

Native American and Indigenous Studies Association; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Senior Lab Instructor for the School of Nursing. This role involves delivering high-quality nursing instruction across various modalities, contributing to curriculum development, and engaging in scholarly activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background, excellent teaching skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on future nursing professionals while collaborating with a dedicated team. If you are passionate about nursing education and eager to inspire students, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Arrangements

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse designation with BScN and preferred Master's degree.
• Minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for nursing instruction in clinical venues and group teaching.
• Participate in curriculum development and engage in professional development.

Skills

Clinical Nursing Experience

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

BScN

Master's Degree

Tools

Teaching Pedagogies

Clinical Placement Coordination

Job description

Senior Lab Instructor

School of Nursing

Peace River-Liard (Fort St. John)

Faculty of Human and Health Sciences

Probationary

Posting #FANU05-24 NA

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a Probationary position in the School of Nursing at the rank of Senior Laboratory Instructor, with an anticipated start date of April 1, 2024. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship.

Nursing education at UNBC includes the Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NBNP) in Fort St. John and Prince George offered over 5 consecutive semesters, a collaborative 4-year Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) offered in conjunction with the College of New Caledonia (Prince George and Quesnel) and Coast Mountain College in Terrace, an MScN degree with thesis or project options, an MScN (Family Nurse Practitioner) degree, and a Certificate in Rural Nursing.

The Senior Laboratory Instructor is responsible for nursing instruction in clinical venues; group teaching in tutorials, labs, seminars and workshops; contributing to classroom and online teaching and student assessment; and participating in curriculum and course development. The opportunity to instruct theory-based courses is possible for qualified candidates with subject matter expertise. The Senior Laboratory Instructor is expected to engage in continuing professional development and scholarly activities, along with service to the University, the community and the profession. The candidate will have the opportunity to teach in multiple modalities to develop and maintain up-to-date teaching pedagogies, and organize practica in partnership with clinical placement teams.

The successful applicant for the position will hold and maintain a Registered Nurse designation with a BScN and a Master’s degree preferred, along with a minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience as well as interest and experience in clinical teaching. The nursing program is particularly seeking Registered Nurses who have current clinical expertise in any of the following areas of nursing: high acuity or advanced practice skills, pediatric nursing, maternity nursing, geriatrics nursing, mental health, Indigenous and rural health. Evidence of continuing professional development and/or scholarship is required. The successful applicant must demonstrate a high level of organization, strong communication skills, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and be able to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and health service agencies. Candidates will present a record of teaching excellence. Some travel by road and air to regional campuses and northern communities is required. A valid BC driver’s license is required. Current active registration, or the ability to hold such registration, with the BCCNM is required.

To Apply

Applicants should forward the following documents to [e-mail] or mail to Office of the Provost quoting the posting number (#FANU05-24 NA):

1. cover letter indicating potential contributions to the Program;
2. curriculum vitae;
3. a brief statement of teaching approaches and research program;
4. the names and addresses of three references (including telephone and email information); and
5. the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form, which can be found here: https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/statementofemploymenteligibilityjan0520221.pdf.

Voluntary Form:

1. the Self-Identification from, which can be found here: https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/unbcself-idrevisedmay2022-fillable.pdf

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [e-mail]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Mail Submissions:

Office of the Provost, University of Northern British Columbia

3333 University Way, Prince George, B.C., V2N 4Z9

Email Submissions: [e-mail]

Inquiries: Dr. Catharine Schiller, Chair, School of Nursing

[e-mail]

[phone]

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Applications received on or before February 29, 2024, will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.