Casual Clinical Faculty, Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Ottawa

At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we believe education is more than the pursuit of knowledge - it is a catalyst for transformation. Our mission, grounded in democratizing education, is to create access for learners from every background and empower them to achieve their aspirations and advance their careers. We are committed to delivering rigorous, flexible programs that are both personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding, while contributing to the betterment of society.

Our community is vibrant and diverse. Many of our learners are adults balancing education with careers and personal commitments. Every member of our team - whether in teaching, operations, or technology - is dedicated to removing barriers and expanding access. Together, we deliver flexible, industry-informed learning that leads to meaningful opportunities.

Reporting to the Associate Dean, we are hiring Casual Clinical Faculty to teach clinical courses in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. As a Casual Clinical Faculty member, you will bring your nursing expertise into the clinical environment, supporting students as they develop and apply their nursing knowledge and skills in medical/surgical settings. You will follow approved syllabi, understand and respond to students' learning needs, and consistently evaluate student performance while addressing issues promptly.

Casual Clinical Faculty work in hospital-based clinical settings in the Saint John area, supervising nursing students during their clinical placements. Clinical schedules and workloads are course-dependent and may include consecutive clinical shifts over an eight-week period.

What's in it for you:

• Influence and impact: You will teach nursing students and help shape how they understand and apply what they learn.
• Bring your expertise into education: You will use the knowledge and experience you have developed through medical/surgical nursing practice to support students in real clinical settings.
• A focused teaching commitment: This is an opportunity for practicing nurses to contribute to nursing education without moving into a traditional full-time academic role.

How you will make an impact:

• Support students in clinical practice: You will provide in-person clinical teaching on medical/surgical units.
• Follow approved course expectations: You will deliver clinical teaching in accordance with approved syllabi and established program expectations.
• Understand students' learning needs: You will pay attention to individual students' needs, progress, and areas for development.
• Evaluate student performance: You will consistently assess and document student performance against established expectations.
• Address concerns promptly: You will identify issues affecting student performance or clinical learning and address them in a timely manner.
• Connect clinical practice with learning: You will draw on your medical/surgical nursing experience to help students understand how their nursing knowledge and skills apply in real clinical situations.
• Support student success: You will create a supportive clinical learning environment.
• Collaborate with your Faculty colleagues: You will work with the Associate Dean and other Faculty to support effective clinical delivery.

You bring:

• The nursing expertise: You are a Registered Nurse with current nursing registration and relevant Canadian nursing practice experience.
• The teaching and mentorship skills: You may be an experienced nursing educator or a practicing nurse with a passion for sharing your knowledge.
• The learner‐centred approach: You are committed to understanding the needs of nursing students.
• The professional currency: You maintain current knowledge of nursing practice.
• The communication and interpersonal skills: You communicate clearly and respectfully with students, Faculty, and academic leaders.

Why work at Yorkville University?

At Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, we are united by a shared purpose: placing the student experience at the heart of everything we do. Here, professional growth is part of our culture. In your role, you will have opportunities to help the launch of career‐relevant programs, expand your expertise, and access tuition‐free courses across our institutions.

Compensation philosophy: We believe compensation should be fair, straightforward, and supportive of your growth. Our salary ranges reflect progression from learning in the role to excelling, with each offer based on skills, experience, and role complexity. $70 CAD per hour.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components of life at Yorkville University, and Toronto Film School, and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).