Part-time Nurse Educator (2026 Fall Term) (N309) Rankin School of Nursing, Faculty of Science

St. Francis Xavier University • Antigonish, NS

19d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Rankin School of Nursing invites applications for a part-time Nurse Educator position to support two (2) clinical groups of N309 (each group three-credits) to commence August 24, 2026. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. The position responsibilities include clinical supervision of nursing students in our undergraduate nursing programs in a variety of healthcare settings, our simulation centre, and our nursing labs. In addition, the Nurse Educators will contribute to academic and professional service within the school. To learn more about the Rankin School of Nursing visit our website [https://www.stfx.ca/department/nursing]. Course Number and Title: NURS 309 – Care of Persons Experiencing Acute, Episodic & Life-Threatening Illness across the Life Span. Course Start and End Dates: September 2 – December 7, 2026. Class Schedule: Clinical days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays. Nurse Educators will support two clinical groups in the semester. Specific detail related to dates and location to be determined. Delivery Mode: In-person. Locations include on-campus and in our partnering healthcare facilities (in North and East Nova Scotia).

Requirements

• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses, as a Registered Nurse, without terms, limitations or conditions.
• A baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• A minimum of five years clinical experience in Medical/Surgical Nursing.
• A demonstrated commitment to professional nursing and an ability to work collaboratively with others.
• The requirements to attend clinical placements with students, including current health-care provider level CPR, completed immunizations, and a certified child abuse register and vulnerable sector check verification.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate level is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Clinical supervision of nursing students in a variety of healthcare settings, simulation centre, and nursing labs.
• Contribute to academic and professional service within the school.
• Support student orientation to clinical settings.
• Provide direct and indirect clinical supervision.
• Deliver course content.
• Administer and evaluate assignments.
• Assess skill and competency of students throughout the program.
• Participate in school meetings.
• Hold regular office hours for students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level