Instructor, Nursing
About The Position
Interested in a career at Langara College? Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply! Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada. Temporary faculty positions are available. Faculty are responsible for: delivering instruction using various teaching strategies; student evaluation; holding on-campus office hours; and participating in team and faculty meetings.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing or related field. Applicants with a BSN may be considered with limitation.
- 3-5 years of BSN nursing practice experience.
- A minimum of 2 years Canadian experience required.
- Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience preferably in an academic institution
- Excellent oral and written English communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and to supporting student learning
- Ability and willingness to contribute in Faculty of Nursing meetings and initiatives
- Able and willing to travel to assigned clinical practice sites
- Skillful in the use of computers and other AV equipment
- Demonstrated critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Current and active British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) registration
- Current CPR (BLS) certification
Nice To Haves
- There are diverse clinical opportunities available in a clinical setting across all programs. These include, but are not limited to Medical, Surgical, High Acuity, Maternity, Pediatrics, Community, and Mental Health. Please indicate if you have a specific specialization or training in any of these areas.
Responsibilities
- the preparation and delivery of course materials
- updating course materials as appropriate
- supporting student learning
- student evaluation
- Seek out and adhere to relevant procedures/ policies of Langara College and Faculty of Nursing
- Maintain currency and strive for excellence in instructional practices and the nursing profession
- Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global and/or local trends & issues
- Ensure effective use of available class, practice and/or lab time
- Maintain appropriate office hours to ensure availability for student consultation
- Build and maintain positive working relationships
- As appropriate, actively seek opportunities to integrate students and learning into organizations and/or the community
- Participate actively in program or course design and review as needed
- Be a positive and active contributor to the nursing programs and Faculty of Nursing initiatives
Benefits
- Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
- Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
- Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
- Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
- Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
- Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
- Course/program tuition reimbursements
- Wellness classes and campus engagement events
