Job Title: Nursing Instructor – Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing

Position Type: Temporary, Part‑time (NR 2, 62.5% FTE)

Appointment Dates: September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027

Competition ID: 4652

Salary: Faculty Pay Scale (placement on the scale will depend on education and teaching experience; advancement is based on FTE and employment status)

Workplace: On‑site, Surrey campus (occasional travel between campuses required)

Position Overview
Faculty members in the Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing (BPN) program are responsible for delivering high‑quality, theory‑based and clinical instruction that prepares students for skilled psychiatric nursing practice. The role includes teaching the following courses:

PSYN 2230 – Fundamentals of Medical/Surgical Nursing (Theory)

PSYN 2245 – Medical/Surgical Nursing (Clinicals)

PSYN 3145 – Acute Mental Health Nursing (Clinicals)

The courses are scheduled in the Fall 2026 (September) and Spring 2027 (January) terms, with a non‑teaching period in Summer 2027 (May). Course assignments are subject to change.

Qualifications

Master’s degree completed (PhD preferred)

Eligible for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with no limits, conditions, or terms

Qualified to fulfill all teaching responsibilities of the program, including entry‑level competencies for Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN)





Minimum of five years of practice experience and current competence in the area of teaching

Application Requirements

Current CV, including relevant educational, clinical and teaching experience

Cover letter expressing interest and fit for the role

Submission of application materials is required by the Search Committee, which will begin shortlisting on July 17, 2026.

Total Rewards
As part of the total rewards package, KPU offers extended health and dental benefits, a healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top‑up, sick leave, long‑term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, in‑house training & development, inter‑campus transportation, and more.

Please note that eligibility requirements apply, and benefits may vary depending on the employee group and whether the position is temporary or part‑time.

Note to Applicants
Kuantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous people, racialised people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. If you experience barriers or require an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].

Final applicants will be required to undergo a background check.

EEO Statement
All candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Nursing Instructor - Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing - Competition ID: 4652 (British Columbia)
🏢 Kwantlen Polytechnic University
📍 British Columbia