Limited Term Contract Instructor and Simulation Lab Coordinator

VIU accepts applications for a Limited Term Contract Instructor and Simulation Lab Coordinator a full time role within the Bachelor of Science in Nursing department.

About this Role:

In this role, you will be responsible for the supervision and day-to-day operation of the nursing simulation lab in the Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services (HSHS). As the Instructor/Coordinator, you will be a member of the HSHS BSN Faculty; instructs a minimum of one BSN Nursing credit course, participates in relevant curriculum, program, Faculty committee(s), work closely with instructors, program chairs, and staff, as well as with Facilities, IT personnel and Laerdal Medical (the provider of the Learning Management System and simulators for the Simulation Lab). This position reports to the HSHS Dean and Associate Dean.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master's Degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years' teaching experience may be considered. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in post-secondary teaching with the ability to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
• Minimum three years current practice experience in nursing within different contexts of care. 
• Expertise and practice experience must be in mental health, gerontology, or acute-medical/surgical care. 
• Demonstrated ability to work with a dynamic and creative program team. 
• Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology to teaching. 
• Current practicing membership in good standing with the BCCNP.
• Experience with, and knowledge of, Indigenous ways of knowing and being.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Note:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vancouver Island University is a comprehensive teaching university with over 12,000 students across three campuses. VIU proudly fosters student success, strong community connections and meaningful collaborations by providing access to a wide range of programs, from academic undergraduate and master’s to industry-responsive trades and vocational training.

VIU is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan that takes the worry out of retirement. As part of the VIU campus community, you will work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities. 

The VIU community acknowledges and thanks the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nation on whose traditional lands we teach, learn, research, live and share knowledge.