Clinical Nursing Instructor NURS 4L04 Winter D3 - Nursing Foundations: Care of Persons with Chronic Health Concerns - Hospital Inpatient Mental Health (5 weeks/Half Term)

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Post End Date:October 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-4 (Employee Group) Job Title: Clinical Nursing Instructor

Course: NURS 4L04 - Nursing Foundations: Care of Persons with Chronic Health Concerns - In-Patient Mental Health

Department: Nursing

Term of Appointment: Contracts for this course are for 10 completed shifts, which include clinical time, preparation time, and may include a post-conference component. Clinical days will consist of two days between Thursday to Sunday, based on clinical site availability.

Nominal Hours: 180

Wage Rate: $45.89 - $52.99 (As of January 1, 2027)

*The wage rate is determined by seniority as outlined in Article 16 and Appendix B of the CUPE 4207-Unit 4 collective agreement.

Duties:

Reporting to the Undergraduate Clinical Supervisor, the Clinical Nursing Instructor is responsible to:

• Prepare for and supervise students in a clinical setting for the experiential component of the course.
• Collaborate with the course instructor and lab coordinator to ensure student activities are aligned with the course syllabus and learning objectives.
• Prepare patient assignments before students' arrival on the unit (for hospital placements) carefully considering each student's experience level and capabilities and course learning objectives.
• Review the student's preparation and plan for their clinical activities with attention and integration of nursing, pathophysiological, pharmacologic, and therapeutic concepts.
• Encourage an inquiring, theory, and evidence-based approach to nursing practice.
• Facilitate interprofessional and intraprofessional communication among students and all members of the health care team or agency.
• Model patient-centered care.
• Familiarize students with the relevant policies and protocols in the clinical setting with emphasis on any health & safety requirements.
• Provide ongoing verbal feedback to students and maintain a professional relationship with all learners.
• Assess journal reflections and provide constructive feedback to students. Mark all assignments designated as the responsibility of the Clinical Nursing Instructor in the syllabus.
• Complete regular, comprehensive anecdotal notes regarding student progress and advise the course professor immediately of serious or ongoing student concerns.
• Identify gaps and facilitate the development and implementation of student plans in partnership with the course instructor as required.
• Facilitate student meetings / post-clinical conferences, and coordinate appropriate resources (e.g., multi-media). Foster discussion and reflection to enhance a positive and respectful learning environment.
• Adhere to confidentiality and privacy standards and legislation.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a BScN; Master's degree preferred;
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical work experience as a nurse;
• Clinical work experience in inpatient acute mental health nursing within the last 10 years and/ or clinical teaching experience in inpatient mental health nursing within the last 10 years;
• Previous experience as a preceptor or with clinical instruction would be an asset;
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• Ability to address concerns and manage difficult situations, and to identify and act upon emergency situations;
• Effective organizational, time management, and communication skills;
• Ability to provide a valid Police Record Check (E-PIC or VSC) prior to the contract start date, if required by clinical agency. The Police check must be no greater than 6 months old as of contract start date;
• Ability to meet the clinical site occupational and immunization requirements.

Note: Successful applicants are expected to supervise all scheduled/rescheduled clinical dates for the course they accept. This ensures consistency and improves the clinical experience for our students. Conflicts with another employer or vacat