NURS5570.03 – Introduction to the Science and Practice of Knowledge Translation (Fall 2025)

The 3 credit-hour online course will introduce students to knowledge translation theory, practice, and research methods. The goal of the course is to highlight relationships and conflicts between different conceptual and theoretical approaches to knowledge translation.

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

This appointment runs from September 1 – December 31, 2025, and the part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Graduate Studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and in-depth knowledge in the subject area.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS5893 – Health Program Planning & Evaluation (Fall 2025)

The focus of this 3-credit course is on the theoretical and practical knowledge and abilities required for the cycle of health program planning and evaluation (HPPE) in contemporary healthcare. Students will build their own theoretical knowledge related to program planning approaches, evaluation models, theories and methods of data collection. Knowledge translation will be discussed, analyzed and critiqued including the contextual influences in program planning and evaluation such as ethics, politics, evaluator roles and stakeholder involvement. Prior knowledge of research methods will be beneficial.

This appointment runs from September 1 – December 31, 2025, and the part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Graduate Studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing , or related field, with relevant expertise and teaching experience and be licensed to practice in Nova Scotia. PhD preferred.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

The Integrated Professional Practicum for Registered Nurse Prescribers [RN (P)s] prepares nurses working in their area of clinical competence (employer designated area) to prescribe in collaboration with a Nurse Practitioner or Physician. Students will complete a minimum of 150 hours in a supervised clinical practicum experience in their workplace. This experience will enable RN students to further develop their knowledge and skills related to the prescribing process under the direct supervision of licensed prescribers (Nurse Practitioners or Physicians). The supervised clinical practicum will further develop and consolidate learners’ competence and confidence to prescribe in a specific clinical practice area and within a legal, ethical, and professional framework for accountability and responsibility for the care they provide. The course faculty will work with the student and their preceptors to ensure the student is meeting the objectives of the course and is deemed competent to carry out RN prescribing in the context designated on admission to the certificate program.

Clinical practicum is supplemented by online (asynchronous) learning. NSH to provide precepted clinical experience with physicians and Nurse Practitioners in designated learner areas.

The appointment for this 3-credit course runs from September 1 until December 31, 2025. The part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Graduate Studies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) and be licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Nova Scotia. Prior teaching experience an asset. PhD preferred.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

With the focus on critical care nursing in the intensive care area, students will further develop, critically analyze, and apply knowledge gained in previous courses with a focus on the management of critically ill clients. Emphasis includes working with clients across the lifespan and inter-professional relationships and collaborative management within specialty practice.

This is a 3 credit hour course delivered online asynchronously.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing, or related field, with a strong background in critical care nursing. Prior teaching experience an asset. PhD preferred. An active RN license with NSCN is required.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS4352.03 – Exploring Concepts in Oncology (Fall 2025)

This 3-credit elective introduces the student to concepts of oncology nursing including cancer biology/pathophysiology, pain and symptom management, bio-psychosocial-ethical issues, treatment modalities, psychosocial distress and decision-making across the cancer continuum. The implications of cancer care at the individual, community, organization/system to the global level are explored. Students learn the principles, standards and competencies underpinning quality of life cancer care.

FORMAT:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of oncology.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS2740 – Nursing and Family Health (Fall 2025)

In this 6-credit hour course, nurses combine knowledge from primary health care, public health, social and nursing sciences, recognizing the uniqueness and diversity in family systems to support transitions that occur across the life course. Understanding health promotion, protection and prevention of illness in the context of family development is the focus of this course.

The successful candidate will be co-teaching this course with another lecturer.

This appointment runs from September 1, 2025 until December 31, 2025. The part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Undergraduate Studies Academic.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing, or related field, and be licensed to practice in Nova Scotia. A strong clinical background in Family Health Nursing. and prior teaching experience would be an asset. PhD preferred.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS4372.03, Mental Health Nursing – Fall 2025

Students will gain insight into individuals’ experiences of mental health problems, mental disorders/psychiatric illnesses, and addictions. Multiple perspectives, including biological, nursing, sociological, philosophical and political, will guide the analysis. Treatment modalities will be critiqued. The association between nurses’ relational practices and individuals’ quests for life fulfillment will be examined.

This is a 3-credit hour course held online asynchronously.

The appointment runs from September 1 – December 31, 2025, and the successful candidate reports directly to the Associate Director, UG Studies Academic.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of mental health nursing.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS4381.03 – Public Health Nursing (Fall 2025)

The course provides an opportunity for students to advance their introductory knowledge of public health nursing principles, roles, and functions. Public health nursing integrates knowledge from public health and nursing science to promote, protect, improve and restore the health of populations. The focus will be on advancing their understanding and application of population health, priority setting and planning approaches, partnerships, public policy literacy and health equity.

This is a 3 credit hour course delivered online asynchronously.

This appointment runs from September 1 to December 31, 2025. The part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Undergraduate Studies Academic.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of public health nursing.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

The School of Nursing is now accepting applications for Clinical Instructor positions available in the winter term of 2026.

Instructors are responsible for teaching and supervising a group of BScN students who provide direct client care in clinical settings, work in a clinical skills and simulation lab or tutorial group setting. Tasks include but are not limited to lab demonstrations, marking and proctoring term tests and final examinations as well as evaluating assignments.

Access to a computer (no tablet/iPad/phone) with working internet to run Microsoft Teams for online meetings and instruction is required. Clinical Instructors will report to the instructor of record for their course and work under the protection of CUPE Collective Agreement 3912 – Dalhousie University. Document can be accessed via https://cupe.ca/local/cupe-3912-dalhousie-university.

| N2725 (Clinical Integration 2) (Experience in Peds or Mat Nursing preferred)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 67 hrs
(Weekly labs are held on Thursdays)Two-week CLINICAL: Not to exceed 100 hrs
March 16 – 27, 2026| N3710 (Nursing and Episodic Illness: Preventative Care and Interventions)
TUTORIALS: Not to exceed 22 hrs (Weekly tutorials are held on Thursdays)
Jan. 5 – Feb. 27, 2026

| N3715 (Clinical Integration 3) (Experience in Med/Surg and/or Mental Health Nursing required)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 58 hrs (Weekly labs are held on Wednesdays)
Jan. 5 – Feb. 27, 2026

3-Week CLINICAL: Med/Surg placement (approx. 140h)
Option A: March 2 – 20, 2026
Option B: March 9 – 27, 2026

4-Week CLINICAL: Med/Surg placement (approx. 180h)
March 2 – 27, 2026

1-Week Mental Health CLINICAL:
(between 40h and 60h, depending if precepted or on unit)
Option C: March 2 – 6, 2026
Option D: March 23 – 27, 2026

| N4705 (Professional Reasoning and Social Responsibility) (Experience in Community Health Nursing preferred)
TUTORIALS/COMMUNITY CLINICAL DAYS (Precepted): Not to exceed 60 hrs
2h tutorials are held on Tuesdays,
Clinical supervision Wednesdays and Thursdays from Jan. 12 to Feb. 13, 2026, precepted placements)

| N4715 (Exploratory Nursing Practice) (Advanced Communication Skills required)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 50h (Weekly communication labs are held on Fridays)
Jan. 5 to Feb. 13, 2026

5-Week CLINICAL (Precepted): Not to exceed 58 hrs
Feb. 23 – March 27, 2026

| N4725 (Transition to Practice)
CLINICAL (precepted placements): Not to exceed 98 hrs
Jan 12 – April 3, 2026, incl. Orientation and Skills Day in first week of winter term.

| NURS5740 (Advanced Health Assessment) – Graduate course Location: Halifax, NS
LAB ASSISTANCE: Not to exceed 64 hrs
A graduate degree as Nurse Practitioner, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience is required.

| NURS5740 (Advanced Health Assessment) Graduate course Location: CBU, Sydney, NS
LAB ASSISTANCE: Not to exceed 64 hrs
A graduate degree as Nurse Practitioner, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience is required.

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience are required. Clinical teaching experience (which may include preceptorship of staff or students) is essential. Instructors working in the lab are required to participate in SIM training sessions or workshops.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

POSITION: CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS

DEPARTMENT: Nursing

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Agreement

The School of Nursing is now accepting applications for Clinical Instructor positions available in the fall term of the 2025/2026 academic year.

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Instructors are responsible for teaching and supervising a group of BScN students who provide direct client care in clinical settings, work in a clinical skills and simulation lab or tutorial group setting. Tasks include but are not limited to lab demonstrations, marking and proctoring term tests and final examinations as well as evaluating assignments.

Access to a computer (no tablet/iPad/phone) with working internet to run Microsoft Teams for online meetings and instruction is required. Clinical Instructors will report to the instructor of record for their course and work under the protection of CUPE Collective Agreement 3912 – Dalhousie University. Document can be accessed via https://cupe.ca/local/cupe-3912-dalhousie-university.

N2705 (Health Assessment)
(New course)
LABS: Not to exceed 50 hrs.
Weekly 2h labs on Mondays
(Sept. 2 – Nov. 7, 2025)N2710 (Population Health Nursing)
(Background in Community / Public Health Nursing required)
TUTORIALS: Not to exceed 44 hrs.
Weekly 2h tutorials on Wednesdays
(Sept. 2 – Nov. 7, 2025)N2715 (Clinical Integration 1)
(Experience in Long term Care preferred)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 70 hrs
Weekly labs are held on TuesdaysTwo-week LTC CLINICAL: Not to exceed 100 hrs
(Nov. 3 – 7 and Nov. 17 – 21, 2025)N2725 (Clinical Integration 2)
(Experience in Peds or Mat Nursing preferred)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 67 hrs
(Weekly labs are held on Wednesdays)

Two-week CLINICAL: Not to exceed 100 hrs
(Nov. 3 – 7 and Nov. 17 – 21, 2025)

N3725 (Clinical Integration 4) (Experience in Med/Surg and/or Mental Health Nursing required)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 58 hrs
(Weekly labs are held on Thursdays)
Sept. 2 – 19 and Oct. 20 – Nov. 21, 2025)

3-Week CLINICAL: Med/Surg placement (approx. 140h)
Option A: Sept. 22 – Oct. 10, 2025
Option B: Sept. 29 – Oct. 17, 2025

4-Week CLINICAL: Med/Surg placement (approx. 180h)
Sept. 22 – Oct. 17, 2025

1-Week Mental Health CLINICAL: (between 40h and 60h, depending on if precepted or on unit)
Option C: Sept. 22 – 26, 2025
Option D: Oct. 14 – 17, 2025

N3730 (Nursing in the Context of Persistent Illness)
(Experience in Chronic Illness Nursing required)
TUTORIALS: Not to exceed 22 hrs
(Weekly tutorials are held on Wednesdays)
Sept. 2 – 19 and Oct. 20 – Nov. 21, 2025)

N4705 (Professional Reasoning and Social Responsibility)
(Experience in Community Health Nursing preferred)
TUTORIALS/COMMUNITY CLINICAL DAYS (Precepted):
Not to exceed 60 hrs
2h tutorials are held on Tuesdays (Start Sept. 2nd)
Clinical supervision Wednesdays and Thursdays from Sept. 8 to Oct. 10, 2025, precepted placements)

N4715 (Exploratory Nursing Practice)
(Advanced Communication Skills required)
SIMULATION LABS: Not to exceed 50 hrs
(Weekly communication labs are held on Fridays)
Sept. 2 – Oct. 10, 2025

5-Week CLINICAL (Precepted): Not to exceed 58 hrs
Oct. 14 – Nov. 21, 2025

NURS5740 (Advanced Health Assessment)
Graduate course
Location: Halifax, NS
LAB ASSISTANCE: Not to exceed 64 hrs
A graduate degree as Nurse Practitioner, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience is required for this course.

NURS5740 (Advanced Health Assessment)
Graduate course
Location: Cape Breton University, Sydney
LAB ASSISTANCE: Not to exceed 64 hrs
A graduate degree as Nurse Practitioner, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience is required for this course.

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience are required. Clinical teaching experience (which may include preceptorship of staff or students) is essential. Instructors working in the lab are required to participate in SIM training sessions or workshops.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

NURS 5200.03 – Health Care System Policy Analysis (Summer 2025)

Health policy can be defined as “a set of interrelated decisions, taken by authorities, concerning the selection of goals and the means of achieving them” (as defined in A Code of Good Practice on Policy Dialogue). This seminar course examines critical issues and trends affecting health policy in addition to the management practices of healthcare delivery services in Canada. Students engage in analytical debate while drawing on the assigned readings, other research, and their own clinical experience. Discussions incorporate historical and global perspectives as well as a range of influencing factors to understand, test, challenge, and contrast the effectiveness of current health policy in relation to the healthcare system in Canada.

FORMAT:
Online, asynchronous

This appointment runs from May 1 – August 31, 2025.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, be licensed to practice in Nova Scotia, plus have relevant teaching experience and in-depth knowledge in health policy and management practices of healthcare delivery services in Canada.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

This 3-credit elective introduces the student to concepts of oncology nursing including cancer biology/pathophysiology, pain and symptom management, bio-psychosocial-ethical issues, treatment modalities, psychosocial distress and decision-making across the cancer continuum. The implications of cancer care at the individual, community, organization/system to the global level are explored. Students learn the principles, standards and competencies underpinning quality of life cancer care.

FORMAT:

This appointment runs from May 1 – July 31, 2025.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of oncology.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

This nursing elective introduces major concepts associated with addiction nursing practice. It provides a foundation for students pursuing careers in addiction-related care. Within a primary healthcare perspective, students critique models and theories of addiction, consider the interplay between social, gender, cultural environments and addictions and become knowledgeable of a variety of treatment approaches. Universal, selective, and prevention activities at an individual, family and community level are explored.

This 3-credit course is offered online asynchronously.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of addictions nursing.Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

With the focus on emergency nursing in the emergency room area, students will further develop, critically analyze, and apply knowledge gained in previous courses with a focus on the management of clients requiring emergency care. Emphasis includes working with clients across the lifespan and inter-professional relationships and collaborative management within specialty practice.

FORMAT:
Online, asynchronous

This appointment runs from May 1 – July 31, 2025.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of emergency nursing.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). Our university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians) and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

POSTING DATE: December 16, 2024

POSITION: CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS

DEPARTMENT: Nursing

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Agreement

The School of Nursing is now accepting applications for Clinical Instructor positions in the summer term of year 2025 which will run from May 5 – July 25, 2025.

WORK ASSIGNMENT: Instructors are responsible for teaching and supervising a group of BScN students who provide direct client care in clinical settings, work in a clinical skills and simulation lab or tutorial group setting. Tasks include but are not limited to lab demonstrations, marking and proctoring term tests and final examinations as well as evaluating assignments.

Access to a computer (no tablet/iPad/phone) with working internet to run Microsoft Teams for online meetings and instruction is required. Clinical Instructors will report to the instructor of record for their course and work under the protection of CUPE Collective Agreement 3912 – Dalhousie University. Document can be accessed via https://cupe.ca/local/cupe-3912-dalhousie-university.

N2710 (Population Health Nursing, Experience in Community/Public Health Nursing required)
– COMMUNITY TEACHER/TUTORIAL INSTRUCTOR:
Not to exceed 72 hrs.
Bi-weekly 2h tutorials: Thursdays a.m. plus
full week Community Clinical (July 14-18, 2025)N2715 (Clinical Integration 1, Experience in Long term Care preferred)
– SIMULATION LAB INSTRUCTORS: Not to exceed 77 hrs (Tuesdays a.m. or p.m.)
– LONGTERM CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS: Not to exceed 60 hrs (July 21-25, 2025)N3710 (Nursing and Episodic Illness, Experience in Acute Care or Emergency Nursing required)
– TUTORIAL LEADS: Not to exceed 22 hrs, held bi-weekly Thursdays a.m.N3730 (Nursing in the Context of Persistent Illness, Experience in MedSurg Nursing required)
– TUTORIAL LEADS: Not to exceed 22 hrs, held bi-weekly Wednesdays p.m., between May 5-23 and June 23-July 18, 2025N3715 (Clinical Integration 3, Experience in Acute Care or Emergency Nursing required)
– SIMULATION LAB INSTRUCTORS:
Not to exceed 58 hrs (Wednesdays a.m. or p.m.)– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 3 weeks in Med/Surg placement
(Not to exceed 140 hrs)
Option A: June 23 – July 11, 2025
Option B: June 30 – July 18, 2025
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 4 weeks in Med/Surg placement
(Not to exceed 180 hrs)
Option C: June 23 – July 18, 2025
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 1 week in Mental Health placement
(Not to exceed 60 hrs)
Option D: June 23-27, 2025
Option E: July 14-18, 2025N3725 (Clinical Integration 4, Experience in Med/Surg and/or Mental Health Nursing required)
– SIMULATION LAB INSTRUCTORS: Not to exceed 58 hrs, (Thursday a.m. or p.m. labs between
May 5-23 and June 23 – July 18, 2025)- CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 3 weeks in Med/Surg placement
(Not to exceed 140 hrs)
Option A: May 26 – June 13, 2025
Option B: June 2-20, 2025
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 4 weeks in Med/Surg placement
(Not to exceed 180 hrs)
Option C: May 26 – June 20, 2025
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR 1 week in Mental Health placement
(Not to exceed 60 hrs)
Option D: May 26-30, 2025
Option E: June 16-20, 2025
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS FOR group of Nunavut students
Clinical on Mental Health unit: May 12-23, 2025 (approx. 100h)
Clinical on Perinatal unit: May 26-30, 2025 (approx. 60h)N4725 (Transition to Practice)
(Not to exceed 98 hrs, incl. 10h Skills Day on May 9th)
– CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS (precepted placements): May 9 – July 25, 2025

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION in BScN program: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, an active RN license with the NSCN, as well as two years of recent clinical experience is required. Clinical teaching experience (which may include preceptorship of staff or students) is essential. Instructors working in the lab are required to participate in SIM training sessions or workshops. Preference will be given to applicants that are available to do SIM/labs and Clinical in the same course.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 24, 2025, or until positions are filled.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.