Term Clinical Instructor

The University of British Columbia; East Central Okanagan Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia Okanagan School of Nursing seeks a term clinical instructor to support NRSG_O 339: Nursing Practice in Child Health at Kelowna General Hospital and the UBC Okanagan simulation lab, from Oct 19 to Dec 9, 2026.

You will supervise student groups, facilitate labs, and provide formative and summative feedback throughout 6-week rotations, coordinating with the Team Leader and Associate Director as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications for Research Nurse: RN with BCCNP plus three years of nursing and administrative experience.
• Clinical Associate: Undergraduate degree in Nursing and RN with BCCNP, plus at least two years of clinical experience.
• Nurse Practitioner Clinical Associate: Postgraduate degree in Nursing and RN with BCCNP, plus two years in primary care NP practice or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate in orientation and plan meetings before the contract start date.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, and take notes on a rotating basis.
• Provide mentoring to new practice teachers and feedback to students during the term.
• Grade and provide feedback on practice-related written assignments and documentation.
• Maintain documentation and participate in labs and simulation activities as scheduled.
• Submit mileage and parking reimbursement claims monthly.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Nursing

Postgraduate degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse with BCCNP

Job description

Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryM&P - AAPSJob ProfileAAPS Salaried - Nursing, Level BJob TitleTerm Clinical InstructorDepartmentUBCO | Clinical Teaching | Willson | School of Nursing | Faculty of Health and Social DevelopmentCompensation Range$7,158.42 - $10,292.25 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.Posting End DateSeptember 9, 2026Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End DateDecember 9, 2026At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job SummaryUBC Okanagan’s School of Nursing is seeking a term clinical assistant to support NRSG_O 339: Nursing Practice in Child Health at Kelowna General Hospital and UBC Okanagan simulation lab for the period of October 19 - December 9 2026.Clinical practice days are three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday) and daily practice hours are typically 0630-1530.The NRSG_O 339 practicum supports students to develop beginning knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide safe, ethical, evidence-informed nursing care for in child health contexts. Clinical assistants support groups of 8 students in 6-week clinical rotations on KGH 4South pediatric unit and in simulation learning experiences in the UBC Okanagan simulation laboratory. Orientation to clinical teaching and simulation facilitation will be provided.Applications will consist of:A letter of applicationAn up-to-date resume outlining nursing clinical practice and any teaching experienceOrganizational StatusThe UBC Bachelor of Science in Nursing prepares graduates to practice nursing within a variety of contexts and with diverse client populations. More information about the School of Nursing can be found at the UBCO School of Nursing website.Work PerformedWorks within a team of others who are teaching at the same level in the program.Participates in review labs.Initiates and maintains contact where assigned and orients self to the setting as per Interior. Health Policy and the School of Nursing expectation.Collaborate as necessary with the agency personnel to ensure that the student experience addresses the goals.Collaborates as necessary to ensure that the student experience addresses the goals.Consults with Team Leader and Assistant Director when student performance is of concern.Attend orientation workshops.Attend planning meetings prior to the start of the contract/term.Attend team meetings as scheduled and participate in minute taking on a rotational basis.Attend Term End Review Meeting.Become familiar with the School of Nursing Policies.Schedule specific practice learning experiences for assigned students.Prepare patient assignments and inform students of their assignments according to the course expectations.Be present during the entire student practice time and supervise students throughout their time at the agency.Maintain a daily anecdotal record of each student’s performance and provide feedback as outlined in Practice Policies.Engage in student journal dialogue.Grade and provide feedback on practice-related written assignments.Complete the student evaluation process at the end of term.Participate in labs and simulation during the practice term.Provide written feedback to the team regarding the practice environment at the end of the term.Provide mentoring to new practice teachers at the beginning of the term.Attend grade appeals even if these appeals take place following contract completion.Regularly check UBC Okanagan School of Nursing e-mails (at least three times weekly).Submit mileage and parking reimbursement claims on a monthly basis.Invited to attend School of Nursing monthly meeting, but not required.Consequence of Error/JudgementOffer formative as well as summative evaluative feedback verbally, through the written journal, and in the form of written evaluation. Seek guidance regarding student performance concerns only from the Team Leader or the Assistant Director and collaborate with them to provide the student with constructive feedback and options for progress in the program.Be willing to give negative feedback to the student if indicated. Inappropriate judgment or unwillingness to provide constructive feedback may harm the student’s progress in the program and/or result in unsafe practice in subsequent practice placements.Supervision ReceivedInitially, mentorship will be provided by an experienced faculty member. The Team Leader is available for consultation at any time. The Associate Director is also available for consultation regarding policy and its application as well as regarding student performance and the provision of feedback.Supervision GivenIt is expected that experienced clinical assistants will provide mentoring to new practice teachers as appropriate.Minimum QualificationsResearch Nurse: Registered Nurse with BCCNP plus three years of nursing and administrative experience. Clinical Associate: Undergraduate degree in Nursing and Registered Nurse with BCCNP, plus at least two years of experience in a clinical position. Nurse Practitioner Clinical Associate: Postgraduate degree in Nursing and Registered Nurse with BCCNP, plus two years of experience in primary care NP practice or a combination of education and experience.- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusionPreferred QualificationsClinical experience in pediatric/child health settings. Previous teaching or student supervision experience is an asset.