Instructional Coordinator, Practical Nursing

Salary Information

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, based on the candidate's education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Coordinating Instructor provides leadership and support to the instructional team and students enrolled in the Practical Nursing program at College of the North Atlantic's campuses where the program is offered. Works in partnership with faculty, campus administration, the Health Sciences Dean's Office, the Centre for Nursing Studies, and Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services to ensure the delivery of quality programming, clinical placements and services to students.

• Oversee teaching assignments, classroom/lab allocation, and exam scheduling in collaboration with Campus Administration and other staff/faculty.
• Advise on program regulations, exemptions, credit transfers, and academic progress while directing students to appropriate resources.
• Liaise with the Centre for Nursing Studies (CNS) on course materials, program policies, and quality assurance.
• Facilitate learning to students in theory and lab as part of the Practical Nursing program.
• Incorporate own teaching style to existing lesson plans while meeting the learning objectives of the course material.
• Chair the PN Admission Committee, assess applications, review student transcripts, and determine academic progress.
• Coordinate faculty orientation, mentorship, and professional development initiatives.
• Monitor clinical clearances, collaborate with stakeholders to ensure placements, and mitigate scheduling challenges.
• Develop and track learning plans, provide academic support, and intervene as needed in clinical courses.
• Develop reports, maintain statistics, participate in advisory committees, and assist with program planning.
• Promote interprofessional education, liaise with internal/external partners, and advocate for program enhancements.
• Travel will be required, including clinical site visits, meetings, recruitment and multi-campus coverage when required.
• Other related duties consistent with providing and maintaining quality student-centered instruction, including clinical instruction, will be required.

Screening Criteria

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).
• Graduate degree. Candidates who are currently enrolled and within three academic semesters of completing a graduate degree may also be considered.
• Three-Five years of recent relevant experience in nursing.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledgeable in the subject area of practical nursing including key concepts and best practices.
• Knowledge of teaching methods.
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Relationshipbuilding. Leadership skills. Coordinatingskills. Student-centered approach. Professionalism.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
  • Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position.
• Transcript confirming enrollment in graduate program.
• Must be eligible for, and have, an active practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) prior to commencing employment.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Acknowledges the requirement for participating in ongoing training and professional development, including the completion of courses required for Post-Secondary Instructor Certification(www.gov.nl.ca/educational/post-secondary-education/post-secondary-instructor-certification/) as specified for instructors.
• Acknowledges the requirement for maintaining applicable licenses with CRNNL, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• Acknowledges the requirement to provide regular status updates on their progress, if the graduate degree is not completed by date of hire.
• Acknowledges that courses may be assigned outside the instructor's regular area of instruction based on their qualifications.
• Acknowledges the requirement for shift work (occasional).
• Willing to accept travel to designated health facilities for clinical rotations.
• Use of personal vehicle will be required.

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