Professor(s), Bachelor of Science in Nursing

The Faculty of Health Sciences and Human Services includes the Departments of Child and Youth Care, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Early Childhood Education and Care, Health Care Assistant, Nursing, Practical Nursing, Social Work, Education Assistant and Community Support, and a Professional Development and Training department.

The mission of the Faculty is to foster student success and develop and maintain relevant, responsive, and stimulating learning opportunities that are community-based, globally and locally, and offered in a visionary, interprofessional environment that is conducive to learning and promotes health and wellness for all.

The Dean and the Dean's Office lead, manage, administer and support the instructional, scholarly and outreach activities of the Faculty on four campuses with this mission in mind.

Duties :

Teach theory and practice courses, as well as skills labs (including simulation), in all years of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Prepare and deliver classes, design and grade student assignments and tests, and facilitate student integration of theory and practice.

Faculty should be able to oversee instructor-led and preceptor-led practicums across all years of the program. Faculty will also be active participants in program and faculty meetings, and liaise with staff and faculty.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work in a team-oriented program and Faculty in an institution that is primarily focused on students and teaching.

They will have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, inter-professional education, an interest in interdisciplinary scholarship, and the inclusion of students in scholarly inquiry activities / research.

Vancouver Island University places an emphasis on teaching excellence and also encourages scholarly activity and community involvement.

This position requires travel to a variety of practice settings on Vancouver Island.

Successful candidates will be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds and learners.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service.

Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives;

and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications :

Completed relevant PhD and an undergraduate degree in Nursing from an appropriately accredited institution. 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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience teaching in simulation labs and with digital teaching technology. Recent research experience and interests.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan.

As part of the VIU campus community, our employees 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.