Acknowledging that UPEI is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk, the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island, welcomes applications from exceptional candidates for the following clinical nursing instructor opportunity:

• One (1) part-time (22.5hr/week for 8 months) 2-year term position in psychiatric-mental health nursing (various sites in acute and community settings) 

The anticipated start date for this position would be September 2, 2024.

The successful candidate will provide direct clinical supervision to undergraduate students in the clinical areas and sites listed above. Direct clinical supervision of students may also be required in the learning resource centre, primary health care settings, community settings, and long-term care settings. This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

About our Program:

The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island offers the only undergraduate and graduate programs for the nursing profession in the province. The Faculty of Nursing plays an important role in nurse education to support the local and national health system by developing nurse leaders grounded in the philosophy of Primary Health Care. 

In addition to providing evidence-informed education, we strongly believe in providing opportunity for all faculty, staff and students to participate in research and scholarship. Nursing education researchers study how students best learn nursing skills and investigate diverse topics such as health outcomes and improvements to the quality of healthcare services. 

Nursing is a dynamic profession requiring critical and reflective thinking based on science and human perspectives. There is a need to reflect and embed within the curriculum and pedagogy new ways of thinking and being to reflect the changing health system and the importance of interprofessional learning and collaboration, diversity and inclusivity. In addition, we honour and appropriately respond to the Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission including fostering reflection related to decolonization and Indigenization to support recognition.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have earned a minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BScN or BN) and have at least 3 years of full-time clinical experience. Recent experience in psychiatric & mental health nursing is required.

Experience in providing clinical supervision of students (including preceptorships) or peer clinical education would be an asset. The Canadian Nurse Educators Institute (CNEI) Clinical Instructor Certificate course would be an asset. Master’s degree in nursing would be an asset. Valid driver’s license required. 

Hours:            Part-time – 22.5 hours per week, days and evening shifts

Salary: $48.15 to $52.54 per hour plus + 6% vacation pay in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the University of Prince Edward Island Board of Governors and The University of Prince Edward Island Faculty Association Bargaining Unit #1

Application Instructions: 

Interested persons should enclose a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, a copy of current CRNPEI registration and the name and email address of three referees, including most recent employer. 

A one-page statement outlining the candidate's teaching experience and philosophy of teaching must be submitted with the application.

A one-page statement on how the candidate will implement the principles of equity, diversity, and including (EDI), anti-racism, and decolonization into their clinical teaching must be submitted with the application.

An application package including and addressing all the elements above must be submitted electronically as a single PDF file to: 

Dr. Patrice Drake

Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing

Email: mpdrake@upei.ca

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date is August 14, 2024; however, the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.