Lab Instructor - School of Nursing - Spring/Summer 2026

Date Posted: Friday March 6, 2026
Closing Date: Friday March 13, 2026 (open until filled)
Location: On Campus, North Bay
Position: Lab Instructor
Financial Compensation: Please review the compensation table in the collective agreement:

Term: 26SS
Start Date: May 4, 2026
End Date: July 31, 2026

The School of Nursing at Nipissing University invites applications for a Part-Time Course Instructor to teach NURS 4706 Nursing Practice Experience 6 during the Spring/Summer 2026 academic semester. This appointment is offered on a per-course, limited-term basis and is subject to enrollment and operational requirements.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a master’s degree in nursing or a related field
• At least one degree in nursing (BScN or equivalent)
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Relevant clinical and/or teaching experience aligned with the course content
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in a post-secondary nursing education environment

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in nursing or a related field, or doctoral study in progress
• Previous experience teaching in a university or college nursing program
• Experience with concept-based curricula, curriculum development, or course coordination
• Experience with simulation-based education, laboratory instruction, or experiential learning
• Familiarity with learning technologies, learning management systems, and online or hybrid teaching environments
• Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement related to nursing education or practice

Duties:

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
• Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
• Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures

Course Available:

Please click here to review the course description in the academic calendar: .

Nursing Practice Experience 6

NURS 4706 Nursing Practice Experience 6 focuses on the application of theories and concepts of nursing practice within the clinical setting. The course emphasizes practice as related to theory, with particular focus on concepts of Clinical Judgement, Speres of Practice, Safety, Patient-centred care, Leadership, Coordination, and Collaboration. Students engage in a range of learning activities in lab, Simulation and clinical practice.

The successful candidate will contribute to course delivery in alignment with the School’s curriculum framework, academic standards, and regulatory requirements.

Application Instructions:

Once you complete the form, you will receive an automated email with next steps to complete the application, the email will contain a link where you can upload the following documents:

• Cover letter:
  In your cover letter, please describe your clinical background in detail, including areas of practice, scope of responsibility, and years of experience relevant to the course. Outline any prior experience supervising, mentoring, or evaluating students in clinical settings, and describe your approach to supporting student learning in practice environments. Please also comment on your understanding of concept-based learning and how you would or do support students in integrating concepts into clinical reasoning and practice.
• CV
• Proof of highest level of education
• Proof of additional qualifications (if applicable)
• Work permit (if applicable)

Link to Application form:

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at .