Nursing Practice Educator

The nursing practice educator (NPE) is a valued position within the Department of Nursing. NPEs work closely with nursing students taking a leading role in nursing practice education, supervision, and evaluation of nursing students in acute care, long‑term care and/or community agencies, as well as on‑campus nursing laboratory instruction and evaluation.

• Master’s degree in Nursing or other health‑related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of nursing practice experience.
• Active practicing RN license with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (or eligibility to obtain one before commencement).
• Completion of pre‑clinical requisites such as immunization, CPR, criminal records check to become eligible to interact in clinical settings.
• Experience teaching, mentoring, and/or preceptoring nursing students is an asset.
• If no applicant possesses a master’s degree in nursing or a health‑related discipline, those currently enrolled in a master’s degree program will be considered.

• Lead nursing practice education, supervision, and evaluation of nursing students in acute care, long‑term care, and/or community agencies.
• Provide on‑campus nursing laboratory instruction and evaluation.

Union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self‑identity if they are part of a marginalised community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities. If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

Applications must be received by June 30th, 2026
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