Sessional Instructor, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

North Island College; Comox; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

North Island College is seeking a sessional instructor for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the Comox Valley campus. The assignment focuses on teaching NUR 119: Nursing Learning Centre II in a face-to-face lab setting, with a flexible schedule to meet program needs.

The position is a sessional, up to 15%, with an annual salary range noted in NIC policies and based on qualifications and placement per Article 14 of the NICFA Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• RN with Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree (completed or in progress) preferred, one degree in Nursing
• Experience teaching adults, preferably at the post-secondary level
• Minimum three years of full-time experience in relevant practice areas
• Current registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) incl. Criminal Record
• Current CPR level HCP

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments.
• Use varied approaches to address different learning needs.
• Teach in assigned subject areas and include required content in course outlines.
• Direct student learning in a positive, supportive environment.
• Be available to students during office hours and classroom hours to discuss progress.
• Clearly communicate learning outcomes and evaluation methods.
• Design and conduct evaluations and provide timely grades.
• Maintain records of enrollment and achievement and submit records at course end

Skills

Indigenous health awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree (in progress)

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Microsoft Teams

MS Office

Job description

Sessional Instructor, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Applicants are invited from qualified individuals to instruct in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at North Island College (NIC). The BSN program is offered in partnership with Vancouver Island University.

The sessional instructional assignment, up to 15%, involves teaching the lab course NUR 119: Nursing Learning Centre II to a cohort of BSN students using a face‑to‑face delivery method at the Comox Valley campus.

The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of lab 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.

Payroll / Position Status: Sessional. Work location: Comox Valley (CV). Employment type: Permanent. Hours: Weekly work schedule Thursday 1:00 – 4:00. Pay Grade: The annual salary range is $70,437 – $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

Creating a positive climate and culture; effective communication skills; effectively develop goals & objectives; focus on key results and priorities; demonstrate continuous improvement; interpersonal effectiveness.

Duties & Responsibilities

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 System;
• 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

• Registered Nurse with Bachelor’s Degree.
• Master’s Degree (completed or in progress) preferred. One degree must be in Nursing.
• Experience teaching adults, preferably at the post‑secondary level.
• A minimum of three years’ full‑time experience (within the last five years) with expertise in one or more of the following areas of practice: Community, Adult Medicine, Adult Surgery, Mental Health, Older Adult, and/or Women & Children.
• Current registration with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) (inclusive of Criminal Record).
• Current CPR level HCP.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• 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.

North Island College

Comox Valley Campus

2300 Ryan Rd.

Courtenay, BC, V9N 8N6

250-334-5000

nic.bc.ca