Nursing Practice Educator - (formerly "Clinical Associate") Termed positions

• To assist with the planning, implementation and evaluation of the clinical component of Nursing Undergraduate Program
• To educate students in a participatory, interactive and inclusive environment to develop competency and capacity for critical judgment, decision-making and mastery of entry level competencies within the broader context of comprehensive patient/client care.
• Collaborates with, works closely with and reports to the Course Lead and the Associate Director, Undergraduate Programs as required.
• Actively participates in the teaching of nursing competencies in the clinical practice skills labs (simulation, or otherwise)
• Clinical supervision of a group of students in a hospital or community health setting.
• Assigns students to provide direct care to patient/client
• Assesses students' initial skills level and identifies the need for teaching of new skills
• Monitors and evaluates students' skills performance to ensure that accepted professional practice standards are maintained.
• Directs supervision and teaching of skills as appropriate to direct patient care in the clinical setting
• Attends orientation sessions, such as Clinical Associate General Orientation and Site Orientation at clinical sites, as necessary
• Assists Course Lead with the theoretical component of clinical coursework, such as grading required papers or delivering lecture(s)
• Participates in team activities relative to planning, implementing and evaluating the clinical component of the undergraduate program
• Attends team meetings, as required
• Works independently and interdependently in clinical settings
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Undergraduate degree in Nursing & Registered Nurse with CRNBC; Masters Preferred
• At least two years of experience in a clinical practice.
• Strong clinical background in one of the following:
• Medical/Surgical (Acute and Subacute Care)
• Maternity
• Pediatrics
• Mental Health
• Primary/Community Health
• Teaching experience and/or a keen interest in teaching
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Good standing as a member of CRNBC

Term 1 (September – December)

Course: NURS 360 Introductory Adult/Older Adult – Medical/Surgical (Subacute Care)

Hiring Period: May – August

Term 2 (January – April)

Course: NURS 362 Primary Health Care

Hiring Period: October – December

Course: NURS 363 Mental Health Care

Hiring Period: October – December

Course: NURS 365 Maternity

Hiring Period: October – December

Course: NURS 366 Pediatrics

Hiring Period: October – December

Term 3 (May – July)

Course: NURS 361 Advanced Adult/Older Adult – Medical/Surgical (Acute Care)

Hiring Period: January – April

Term 4 (September – December)

Course: NURS 362 Primary Health Care

Hiring Period: May - August

Course: NURS 363 Mental Health Care

Hiring Period: May - August

Course: NURS 365 Maternity

Hiring Period: May - August

Course: NURS 366 Pediatrics

Hiring Period: May - August

During your contract here at UBC, with your UBC Card, you will receive:

• Free admission to the Museum of Anthropology, Beaty Biodiversity Museum, UBC Botanical Garden and Nitobe Garden, Morris and Helen Belkin Art Gallery, and other attractions on campus
• Staff discounts for programs, classes, and drop-in sessions at UBC Recreation, including discounted membership rates to the new Aquatic Centre and the ARC Fitness Centre
• Access to books, articles, databases, and journals at the UBC Library and the online database
• UBC School of Nursing Professional Development Day
• UBC Professional Development Fund, MSP, Extended Health Benefits, Dental, and Employee and Family Assistance Program (must meet UBC Human Resources eligibility requirements)

Applicants are to submit their CV, cover letter, and contact information for references through the UBC Careers website.