Clinical Nursing Instructor NUSC 3P85 Winter D3 - Nursing in Advanced and Altered Contexts 2 - Hospital Inpatient Medical/Surgical

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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: NUSC 3P85 – Nursing in Advanced and Altered Contexts 2 – Medical/Surgical
Department: Nursing
Term of Appointment: Contracts for this course are 12 weeks with one 12-hour shift 0630-1830 per week (any day Saturday to Tuesday, based on student registration numbers).
Nominal Hours: 216
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 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 reflective practice assignments, professional practice plans, and provide constructive feedback to students. Mark all assignments designated as the responsibility of the Clinical Nursing Instructor in the syllabus.
• Complete regular, comprehensive formative feedback notes regarding student progress and advise the course instructor immediately of serious or ongoing student concerns.
• Identify clinical performance gaps and facilitate the development and implementation of student success plans in partnership with the course instructor as required.
• Complete midterm and final evaluation of student clinical performance and achievement of course competencies.
• 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 required; 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 medical/surgical nursing within the last 10 years and/or clinical teaching experience in medical/surgical nursing within the last 10 years;
• Desire to instruct and share knowledge with nursing students;
• 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.

Applications
Please apply with a current resume and cover letter. Members with seniority can include the seniority date on the application questionnaire.
Candidates will be required to attest they are a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing with no restrictions, conditions or limitations.
Candidates should include their CNO registration number.
Candidates will be asked to confirm they meet the clinical site occupational and immunization requirements.

For further information, please contact:
Clinical Team
School of Nursing

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

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