Sessional Nursing Instructors, Faculty of Nursing BScN, Drayton Valley Nursing Program Term

Description

The University of Calgary,
Faculty of Nursing is seeking Sessional Nursing Instructors to teach an undergraduate BScN level clinical course within Drayton, for the Fall Semester 2026 and Winter Semester 2027 as follows:

• Term 3 - NRSG 351 (Health Promotion), September 1 - October 16, 2026
  • Off‑campus Thursday & Friday with On‑site Lab Tuesday
• Term 3 - NRSG 350 (Care of the Aging Adult), October 19 - December 4, 2026
  • Off‑campus Thursday & Friday with On‑site Lab Tuesday

• Term 4 - NRSG 352 (Acute Care Nursing I)
  • Off‑campus Thursday & Friday with On‑site Lab Wednesday

We are seeking applicants with nursing practice experience in rural long‑term care and community environments, particularly those with previous nursing education practice experience. Practice education takes place both on and off campus. 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) Successful applicants are required to be available during that entire period(s).

• Facilitate onsite and remote low to mid‑fidelity simulation activities within the Clinical Learning Centre
• Work effectively with small groups of students on‑campus or in off‑campus settings in acute care, chronic care, long‑term 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
• Seek excellence in teaching by applying various teaching strategies and working with colleagues
• Encourage and foster an environment of inquiry and valuing of evidence informed practice

Candidates must be eligible for registration with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta. Candidates with BN/BScN preparation will be considered.

• 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

• 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 promotion 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
• Computer skills in word processing, email and internet access

Consideration of applications will begin immediately. Qualified applicants should specify the name of course(s)/term(s) for which they would like to be considered and submit a letter of interest along with a current CV and names and contact information for three references by applying online via the 'Apply Now' link.

Dr. Zahra Shajani, Interim Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, Faculty of Nursing
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Posting will close once all positions are filled.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments.

Requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.