Clinical Instructor (NSGD) - School of Nursing - Spring/Summer 2026

Date Posted: Monday March 9, 2026
Closing Date: Friday March 13, 2026 (open until filled)
Location: Distance Learning
Position: Clinical Instructor
Financial Compensation: Please review the compensation table in the collective agreement:

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

Clinical instructors support learning as students applies their cumulative knowledge and skills related to the care of individuals and families experiencing complex health challenges. Building therapeutic relationships and alliances with clients and the interprofessional care team continue to be a care focus. The course includes 168 hours of practice experience for students. Clinical instruction is in person, in acute practice settings, normally as 1 x 12-hour shift each week over 12 weeks.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse
• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
• Relevant recent clinical practice experience aligned with the clinical course focus
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and support students in clinical practice settings

Preferred Qualifications

• A graduate degree in nursing or a related field, or graduate study in progress
• Previous experience as a clinical instructor, preceptor, or mentor in nursing education
• Demonstrated experience in student evaluation and clinical assessment
• Experience supporting learners in specialty practice areas relevant to the course
• Experience with simulation, debriefing, or structured clinical learning activities
• Strong understanding of regulatory, professional, and agency-specific expectations related to clinical education
• Previous experience/employment at the placement agency is an asset.

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: .

Clinical Practicum - Advanced Nursing Practice/Practice Experience 3

Location:

• Belleville
• Brampton
• Brantford
• Cambridge
• Kitchener/Waterloo
• London
• Markham
• Mississauga
• Niagara Falls
• Ottawa
• Pembroke
• Sudbury

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 .