Practical Nursing Instructor

Position Summary

This position is responsible for teaching students in an assigned field of study using a diverse set of instruction methods and tools. The position develops curriculum, prepares teaching materials, provides assessments of students’ progress. It ensures the proper stewardship of college facilities, equipment and other inventories. The position is also responsible for upholding the College’s policies and procedures and for participating in meetings and events and on committees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaches students using a diverse and systematic plan of lectures, presentations, demonstrations, discussion groups, laboratory work, shop sessions, seminars, case studies, field assignments and independent or group projects.
• Develops curriculum and prepares teaching materials and outlines for courses including audio visual and web-related materials where appropriate.
• Prepares, administers and marks papers, tests, exams and other assessments to monitor and evaluate students’ progress. Provides detailed feedback on student performance.
• Assists and provides support to students and potential students by advising on program curricula and career decisions.
• Provides individualized or group tutorial or remedial instruction to students who require it.
• Maintains effective stewardship of classroom facilities, equipment, materials, software and tools.
• Arranges for and supervises independent or group projects, field placements, laboratory work or hands-on training.
• Adheres to VCC policies and procedures including being available to students and maintaining confidentiality of student information.
• Participates in departmental and college meetings and events. Consults with other College departments and may serve on committees concerning matters such as budgets, curriculum revision, and course and certificate or diploma requirements.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Area Hiring Criteria

• Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree or Registered Nurse (RN) Diploma with a relevant degree or Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing (BSPN) or Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing with relevant degree.
• Current British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) registration.
• Minimum three years recent experience in nursing practice in one of the following specialty areas:
  • Gerontology;
  • Acute care Medical/ surgical nursing;
  • Mental health nursing;
  • Maternity/child nursing.
• Experience in community based settings and/or mental health nursing and/or specialty courses in Geriatric/Gerontology and or/Acute Care nursing would be a definite asset
• BC Provincial Instructor’s Diploma or equivalent, those in progress must have identified completion date of within three years of date of hire, (as per 2011 Practical Nursing Program Provincial Guide Supplement, 2017)
• Experience in teaching and/or mentoring adult learners in clinical settings.
• Courses in geriatric nursing and/or gerontology would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the role of the Licensed Practical Nurse in healthcare.
• Effective communications skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member.

Salary

70.43 - 112.87/hour. Starting salary will be determined by education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the VCCFA Collective Agreement.

Posting Details

• Employment Group: Faculty
• Type of Position: Temporary
• Employment Type: Part Time
• Department: PRACTICAL NURSING
• Primary Location: Broadway (This position may require you to work at all VCC locations.)
• Is this posting only for internal applicants?
• Desired Start Date: 01/01/2026
• Position End Date: 12/31/2026
• Posting Open Date: 10/16/2025
• Posting Close Date: 10/30/2025
• Is this a pooled posting? No