Job Description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, PRACTICAL NURSE PROGRAM

FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES

NorQuesters are difference makers and we're searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Practical Nurse team a permanent Instructional Assistant to support our Practical Nurse students.

Our students come to us with the goal of improving the quality of life for themselves as well as for those around them. You will help these students by facilitating learning in the Practical Nurse lab and providing feedback on their overall performance. These roles are critical to the success of our students and the Practical Nurse program.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Set up for lab experiences according to the timetable.
• Provide instructional assistance in the lab setting, by demonstrating and assisting students to learn clinical skills, knowledge, and attitude.
• Assist with lab assessments and record keeping.
• Assist students in clinical practicum under the supervision of the instructor.
• Assist in remediation activities for learners.

• Arrange for printing and duplicating of educational materials.
• Proctor, scan, and mark exams.
• Order and organize lab supplies.
• Keep instructional team apprised of student progress, lab equipment status, lab supplies, and lab materials.
• Undertake projects and/or related duties as required.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Current registration with CLPNA or CRNA.
• Completion of Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate or Diploma.
• Interest in working in an education setting.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn HTML, excel, Wiz IQ, Blackboard collaborate, Moodle, Google docs, PeopleSoft.
• Experience working with online learning platforms.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER

As a difference maker you bring:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to contribute to a positive team culture, working collaboratively with others and paying attention to how the team supports its members.
• Ability to show empathy and sensitivity to and understanding of other perspectives.
• Superior oral communication skills demonstrating the ability to articulate key messages effectively and employ active listening techniques.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to choose and utilize appropriate technology to enhance communications.
• Ability to plan and effectively manage a high volume of work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to respect and relate to people from varied backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and abilities.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook); comfortable and adaptable to other computer applications

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS:

• A Vulnerable Sectors Check within the last ninety days.
• Up to date immunization records including COVID-19 vaccines.

SALARY: $52,573 - $68,302 reflective of what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time permanent position with immedate access to pension and our great benefits program.

COMPETITION NUMBER: 2022-3650

CLOSING DATE: September 26, 2022

APPLY: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we'll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we'd say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.

So how do we make differences?

• We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it's up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs--lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward--to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
• We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
• We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

And that's a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there's so much more to us and we invite you to !