Instructor

**COMPETITION NUMBER: 959**

**FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES**

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re looking for someone dedicated to finding ways forward to join our Faculty of Health Studies team at our Edmonton and Wetaskiwin campuses as Instructors in our Practical Nurse program.

Graduates of NorQuest College’s Practical Nurse program are also Difference Makers in terms of the health care that Albertans receive. Our students prepare for their clinical experiences with theory and hands-on learning in multiple modes of delivery, and we are proud of the varied and robust learning experiences in our programs. We utilize low and high-fidelity simulation to augment the learner experience, providing students with a safe learning environment to practice and reflect.

Our Instructors take pride in making a positive impact on the lives of the students they teach. You will join a collaborative academic community that thrives on energy, motivation, and dedication to the successes of both our students and colleagues.

Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Join us and help them achieve their goals. We are looking for a permanent position.

**HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE**:

- As a NorQuest Instructor, you will facilitate learning in in a variety of health care settings in Edmonton and surrounding area, so the ability to travel to these sites is a requirement.
- Instructors help our learners acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitude to be successful and safe practitioners within their scope of practice.
- This role works full time with students on campus in labs, theory, and or clinical practicum placements.
- The hours of work are full time and can vary.
- Lab and theory are offered weekdays and weekends, during days and evenings.
- Clinicals are scheduled Monday to Friday for four and eight-week increments and consist of alternating 1 week eight-hour day shifts and 1 week eight-hour evening shifts with weekends off.
- Alternatively, some clinicals are scheduled for 12-hour day shifts on the weekend.
- Clinicals would include long-term care, medicine, and surgery rotations.
- Responsibilities include planning and developing clinical assignments, supervising students, maintaining a facilitative and supportive learning environment, maintaining appropriate student records of attendance and performance, providing appropriate feedback to students on performance, notifying instructional coordinator of student concerns, and developing and maintaining site rapport and relationships.
- You must have the ability to travel to clinical sites in Edmonton and surrounding area.

**WHAT YOU BRING**:

- A Practical Nurse Diploma plus a Bachelor’s Degree in a related healthcare field or a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required.
- At least 5 years of clinical nursing or nursing education experience (or the equivalent in part-time experience).
- CRNA or CLPNA registration.
- Current BLS.
- Previous formal or informal teaching experience is an asset.

**WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER**

As a difference maker you bring:

- A Police Information check with Vulnerable Sectors check within the last thirty days.
- Up to date immunization records including COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with a diverse population.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to teach individuals at different skill levels.
- Ability to evaluate student performance through various academic methods.
- Advanced skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Ability to develop different classroom strategies to keep learners engaged.
- Strong oral communication and writing skills.
- Passionate about Nursing and teaching technical skills to individuals interested in joining the Health Care industry.

**SALARY**:Reflective upon what you bring, AKA your education and experience. This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association agreement Appendix A outlines how pay is determined. This is a Term position until June 30, 2025 with immediate access to our great pension and benefit programs.

**We offer flexible work styles.** We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

**Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion**: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers - we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of