Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing (2 Positions)

North Island College; Courtenay; Presencial; CAD 75.000 - 120.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

North Island College invites applications for a Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing (PNS 237: Consolidated Practice 3). The role delivers instruction through a blended format within a Comox Valley community agency, supporting practical nursing education.

The assignment is up to 100% with flexible hours and travel to practicum sites. Candidates must hold a current LPN/RN/RPN license, have at least three years of practice, and meet BCCNM and credential requirements.

Formación

• Current practising license as an LPN, NP, RN or RPN with BCCNM.
• Three years full-time practice experience (within the last five years) as an RN, RPN, or LPN.
• Credential in Adult Education or PID or equivalent.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support).

Responsabilidades

• Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments.
• Use diverse approaches to address different learning needs.
• Teach in assigned subject areas and include required outcomes.
• Direct student learning in a supportive environment and maintain records.
• Be available during office/class hours to discuss progress and issues.

Conocimientos

Curriculum knowledge

Online teaching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Educación

LPN/RN/RPN license

Three years clinical practice

BCCNM registration

PID/Adult Education credential

Herramientas

D2L Brightspace

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing (2 Positions)

Posting Number

Posting Number

Posting Number F1728

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing (2 Positions)

Division

Division Health & Human Services

Department

Department Practical Nursing

Supervisor Title

Supervisor Title Dean, Faculty of Health and Human Services

Location

Location Comox Valley(CV)

Posting Type

Posting Type Internal/External Posting

Position Status

Position Status Sessional

If Others, please specify

New Position or Replacement?

New Position or Replacement? New

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 08/27/2027

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/02/2027

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

Monday to Friday / Hours Vary

%

% 100%

Pay Grade

Pay Grade The annual salary range is $74,727- $119,746 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

This sessional instructional assignment, up to 100%, involves teaching the indirect practice course PNS 237: Consolidated Practice 3 within the APN program via a blended delivery method within a Comox Valley community agency.

Note: Practicum placements will take place in a variety of practice settings and may require travel. Applicants need to have access to reliable transportation.

The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of practice course activities; use initiative in providing documentation and follow-up with regard to student concerns and problem resolution; and, bring facilitation skills to management of conflict. The schedule for this assignment will be flexible to meet the needs of the program.

The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, relational skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues.

In accordance with the Criminal Records and Review Act, it is mandatory that faculty hired under the Faculty of Health and Human Services department have a clear Criminal Record. For more information and necessary forms, click on the Criminal Records Check – Immunizations link located on the left menu list.

The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, etc.:

1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL

• To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
• To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
• To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
• To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
• To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
• To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
• To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
• To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-14, Grade Systems;
• To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.

2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY

• To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
• To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
• To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
• To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
• To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
• To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
• To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
• To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
• To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
• To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.

Required Education & Experience

• A current practising license as an LPN , NP, RN or RPN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives ( BCCNM ).
• Faculty who are not licensed by BCCNM may be considered if they have equivalent education and experience.
• One of the following credentials in adult education from an accredited post-secondary institution:
• Provincial Instructor Diploma ( PID ) (those in progress must have an identified completion date).
• A formal educationalequivalent to a PID . Those is progress must have an identified completion date.
• Proof of completion of a formal Prior Learning Assessment ( PLA ) conducted by the hiring institution to ensure teaching competencies.
• Credential in Adult Education, equivalent, or in progress from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• A minimum of three years full-time practice experience (within the last five years) as an RN, RPN , or LPN .
• Current registration with BCCNM (inclusive of Criminal Record).
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support).

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of BC Practical Nursing curriculum and scope of practice would be an asset.
• Experience or interest with Indigenous health and/or global health.
• Experience using a variety of creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning within a distributed teaching-learning environment and classroom is an asset.
• Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours, support cooperative and effective working relationships, and contribute to shared team goals.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize and efficiently meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience with and willingness to learn, online learning management systems, i.e. D2L Brightspace, Teams.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications, the internet, and with MS Office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 11/04/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Description

Faculty Sessional

Additional Information

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on November 19, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

If you are an internal applicant and you have received advanced notice of layoff in an appointment letter, or if you are currently laid off for all or a portion of your workload, please note this at the commencement of your cover letter, and include the effective day of layoff and the percentage of the layoff.

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North Island College

Comox Valley Campus

2300 Ryan Rd.

Courtenay, BC, V9N 8N6

250-334-5000

nic.bc.ca