Opportunities

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.
• Teaching students may be required.
• 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.
• 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 for multi-campus coverage, and adherence to program regulations is expected.
• Other related duties consistent with providing and maintaining quality student-centered instruction will be required.

Screening Criteria

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree (BN or BScN).
• Graduate degree.
• 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.
• Relationship building.
• Leadership skills.
• Coordinating skills.
• 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.
• 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, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• 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 other campuses and designated health facilities for clinical rotations.
• Use of personal vehicle will be required.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Corner Brook Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Megan Mahar, Selection Board Chair, by email at megan.mahar@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!