Part-Time Facilitator - Perinatal 5 - Practicum

Part-time Academic

Oshawa • ID: PT-PPL-353 • Part-Time

About Durham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and nine apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times. DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration

Durham College seeks an experienced and motivated professional who shares our commitment to quality and student success. Professional and Part-Time Learning (PPL) requires a part-time Field Placement Facilitator to teach a section of the course (s) entitled “Perinatal 5 - Practicum (RN 4566)”.

Important note for Part-Time Facilitator applicants:

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

Perinatal 5 - Practicum (RN 4566) This clinical practicum is designed to provide you with an opportunity to incorporate theory and clinical practice, in the traditional obstetrical or perinatal settings including the role of the nurse in the caesarian section and recovery room settings. Please note proof of Fetal Heart Surveillance (NRP) and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certificates are also required for clearance for practicum.

The responsibilities of Durham College Part-Time Facilitators include, but are not limited to:

1. Creating a positive learning environment that accommodate students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences and individual learning styles;

2. Utilizing principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process;

3. Effectively using educational technologies to support learning as well as managing and posting grades;

4. Developing curriculum that uses appropriate strategies and tools to assess student learning;

5. Ensuring that all course content is current and relevant;

6. Working independently and demonstrating initiative; and

7. Working effectively with students, the program team and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

1. Minimum of five years of recent nursing experience that relates directly to the topic being taught;

2. Holds a Master’s degree (or higher) in Nursing or Education;

3. Holds current registration as an RN with the College of Nurses of Ontario;

4. Current experience directly related to Perinatal Obstetrics;

5. Superior skills in the areas of verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem solving; organization and time management;

6. Experienced in the use of technology

7. Self-motivated and independent worker with a track record in meeting deadlines

Required Experience