Job Description

Location: Center for Nursing StudiesNursing Instructor I
(Clinical Placement Coordinator)
Centre For Nursing Studies
Permanent, Full Time
02610POS
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 & 12 hour shifts; days, evenings, weekends)
Salary NS30, ($40.36 - $50.24)
Competition Number 2024002261
Posted Date 28 March 2024
Closing Date 7 April 2024About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people.
NLHealthServices.caJob Summary
The Centre for Nursing Studies (CNS) is the largest nursing school in Newfoundland and Labrador. Programs offered include a four-year BScN (Collaborative) Program and a LPN Bridging option, offered in partnership with MUN Faculty of Nursing and Western Regional School of Nursing, a five-semester Practical Nursing Program, Re-entry Programs for RNs and LPNs, an IEN Bridging Program and Post-Basic Courses/Programs for RNs and LPNs.Applications are invited for the permanent full-time position of Nursing Instructor I (NS-30). The successful applicant will secure clinical placements for all nursing programs. The successful applicant will also be required to facilitate teaching of clinical and lab courses in all nursing programs offered by the CNS.The position responsibilities include: obtains clinical placements and preceptors for nursing students. Uses HSPnet to coordinate clinical placements and preceptors and works as part of a team with clinical placement coordinators at other sites of nursing programs; recommends and monitors student funding for clinical placements; works with health care organizations and Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services to develop and obtain clinical placement agreements/contracts, and recommends these agreements to the Director; provides in-services related to student placements to nurses and preceptors at clinical sites in collaboration with other faculty members. Some travel may be required within the province. The successful applicant may also participate in the clinical and lab teaching and evaluation of students; faculty development; participation on CNS and other relevant committees; and contribution to professional activities. Applicants should be committed to evidence-informed practice.Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly moves/lifts up to 10 lbs., regularly moves/lifts up to 25 lbs. and occasionally is required to restrain/reposition/move/lift up to 30 lbs. Pushes/pulls up to medium force.
Constantly stands/walks and works in awkward or cramped positions to assist with procedures.
Constantly uses fine finger/precision, auditory, sensory and visual concentration to provide and conduct risk assessments, observe/monitor patients, to complete documents, follow directions, administer medications, etc.
May be subject to time pressures/deadlines and subject to lack of control over work pace.Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized post-secondary nursing education program with a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required.
Current and continuing practicing license with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required.
A minimum of three years of experience within the last five working in an adult medical-surgical and/or pediatric clinical practice area with at least one year of experience either as a teacher of entry-level or formal post-basic nursing education programs*, or, three years of experience working as a nursing instructor teaching nursing students is required.
Experience coordinating student clinical placements, or experience working in a role responsible for coordinating programs or services with multiple stakeholders including external partners, is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of instructional development, delivery and evaluation and demonstrated clinical expertise.
Demonstrated ability to provide strong and comprehensive clinical support, training and mentorship to students.
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills as demonstrated by presentations, facilitations and report-writing.
Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and able to work both collaboratively and with a high degree of independence and initiative.
Demonstrated effective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize.
Possess proven leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.*Teaching experience must include experience teaching lab and clinical, or as an adult educator. This would include experience with adult education course design, development and evaluation in a health care setting.The application package should include curriculum vitae, contact details of 3 referees, and a letter of application including an overview and discussion of qualifications and interests as they relate to this position.Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health RNUNL Regional Bargaining Unit.Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.caUpon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediatelyTo become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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