Clinical Nursing Instructor NURS 4L04 Winter D3 – Nursing Foundations: Care of Persons with Chronic Health Concerns – Hospital Inpatient Mental Health (5 weeks/Half Term)

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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: NURS 4L04 – Nursing Foundations: Care of Persons with Chronic Health Concerns – In-Patient Mental Health Department: Nursing Term of Appointment: Contracts for this course are for 10 completed shifts, which include clinical time, preparation time, and may include a post-conference component. Clinical days will consist of two days between Thursday to Sunday, based on clinical site availability. Nominal Hours: 180 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 and lab coordinator 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 journal reflections and provide constructive feedback to students. Mark all assignments designated as the responsibility of the Clinical Nursing Instructor in the syllabus. • Complete regular, comprehensive anecdotal notes regarding student progress and advise the course professor immediately of serious or ongoing student concerns. • Identify gaps and facilitate the development and implementation of student plans in partnership with the course instructor as required. • 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; 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 inpatient acute mental health nursing within the last 10 years and/ or clinical teaching experience in inpatient mental health nursing within the last 10 years; • 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. Conflicts with another employer or vacation requests will generally not be approved. 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 and include their registration number. Candidates should include their CNO registration number. Candidates will be asked to confirm they meet the clinical site occupational and immunization requirements and have acceptable VSC or E-PIC, if required by clinical agency. 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