Sessional Nursing Instructors Iiyikinaami - Calgary, Canada - The University of Calgary

The University of Calgary

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Description
The University of Calgary,
Faculty of Nursing is seeking
Sessional Nursing Instructors to teach an undergraduate level clinical course within Siksika First Nation, for the
Fall Semester 2024 and
Winter Semester 2025 as follows:
FALL SEMESTER (September - December 31, 2024)

TERM
NURS 289 (Integrating Nursing Roles and Practices I): Community Health_

WINTER SEMESTER (January - April 30, 2025)

TERM
NURS 389 (Integrating Nursing Roles and Practices II): Long Term Care_

We are seeking applicants with nursing practice experience working with Indigenous peoples in community health, long-term care and/or home care community environments, particularly those with previous nursing education practice experience with Indigenous nursing students.

Practice education takes place both on and off campus. Applicants who are interested in teaching the lab or clinical alone are invited to apply. Please indicate in the cover letter if you are available for the lab, clinical, or both.

(Please note:

mileage for instructor travel may be covered)

Schedule:

Fall Term 3:
Lab Wednesday Old Sun Community College); Clinical: Thursdays and Fridays

Winter Term 4:
Lab Wednesday Old Sun Community College); Clinical: Thursdays ; Fridays

The successful applicants are required to be available during that entire period(s).

Teaching Responsibilities:

Facilitate onsite and remote low to midfidelity simulation activities within the Clinical Learning Centre at Wainwright Health Center
Work effectively with small groups of students oncampus or in off campus settings in acute care, chronic care, longterm care or community
Participate in team meetings related to the practice course and faculty governance
Participate in student assessment and evaluations on and off campus
Encourage and foster an environment of inquiry and valuing of evidence informed practice

Qualifications:

Applied Experience:

Rural and Indigenous health practice experience related to semester focus
Experience engaging respectfully with Indigenous Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers
Broad experience across a variety of areas
Experience in clinical teaching, mentoring and supervision of students

Enhanced Abilities:

Application of adult teaching/learning principles
Use of nursing process and conceptual frameworks assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation
Communication and collaboration skills with other health professionals
Teamwork and leadership skills
Evaluation and promotions of student problem solving and critical thinking
Ability to critique student performance and provide meaningful feedback
Prioritizing and meeting competing demands/requirements of varied settings

Dr. Catherine Laing, Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing
University of Calgary, PF2274
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

Additional Information

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our
Academic Careers website. For more information about the
Faculty of Nursing, click _here_.

About the University of Calgary
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About Calgary, Alberta

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