Position Summary
TheSchoolofHealthandWellnessatRedDeerPolytechnic(RDP)iscurrently inviting applicationsforSessional(Full-Time/Term-Certain)InstructorsintheBachelor of ScienceinNursing(BScN)program.
The BScN program is a four-year collaborative degree with the University of Alberta, approved by the College of Registered Nurses ofAlberta. The BScN program provides exceptional opportunities to work closely with students, faculty, and staff in an innovative, supportive environment that promotes creativity, scholarship, and commitment to student success.
All four years of the degree program are taught by RDP faculty. Faculty may be assigned instructional workload that requires travel to urban sites (Red Deer Regional Hospital,long-term care sites, etc.) and rural locations in Central Alberta (Sundre, Olds, Innisfail, Stettler, etc.), in addition to teaching on the RDP campus. Please see the Travel and Reimbursement of Expenses Procedure.
Sessional(Fulltime/Term-Certain):
- Our Sessional Instructors are hired on full-time, term certain contracts.
- This role is ideal for those looking to jump into teaching, build relationships with students and really experience what it feels like to be a nurse educator at RDP.
For more information on becoming a nursing instructor at Red Deer Polytechnic, where you’ll enjoy versatile and rewarding work as part of a supportive team, helping to shapethe future of nursing:
- Watchourvideo: RedDeerPolytechnic|Nursing Instructors
- Learnabout:TheBenefitsofBeingaNursingInstructor
- ExploreFacultyProfile|RedDeerPolytechnicatRDPformoredetails.
If you have any questions before applying, please email us at
[email protected].
Position Responsibilities
UnderthedirectionoftheAssociate DeanofBScN,thesuccessful candidatewillhave thefollowingkeyresponsibilities:
- Teaching students in classroom, lab, and/or clinical settings with flexibility for both face-to-face and online course delivery.
- Creating a stimulating, effective, and learner-centered environment which includes preparing,
reviewing and/or updating course material
- Marking,grading,andevaluationofstudentwork
- Traveltourbanandruralsitesforclinicalinstruction
- Providingongoingfeedback, guidance,andassistance tostudents
- Actively contributing and participating in program planning, curriculum development & review, project work, and scholarly activity
- ParticipatinginSchoolandPolytechnic-wideinitiativesand/orcommittees
- Upholding the Professional Responsibilities of Faculty at RDP which are described within the Faculty Performance Policy
- Demonstrating and promoting RDP organizational values and following RDP policies and practices.
Instructors will uphold professional responsibilities and demonstrate RDP organizational values by adhering to related policies and practices. They will be supported through comprehensive onboarding experience, additional training from the Centre for Teaching& Learning, and mentorship through the Nursing Faculty Navigator program, designed tohelp transition from clinicians to educators.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Registered Nurse with current registration with the College of Registered Nursesof Alberta (CRNA)
- Current Heart and Stroke Foundation Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider or Recertification Certificate, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
- Current Immunization Program—Faculty asperRDPrequirements
- RespiratoryFitTesting
- ValidDriver’sLicense
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check in accordance with the Polytechnic’s Criminal Record Check policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Recentclinical,acutecare,orpracticalexperience in an acute care environment
- Experienceteachingpost-secondarystudentsthroughinpersonoronlineformats
Salary: Commensuratewitheducation andexperience.
Benefits and Compensation Information
The FacultyAssociation at Red Deer Polytechnic (FARDP) and the related Collective Agreement provides information on compensation for Instructors at Red Deer Polytechnic.
Sessional (Fulltime/Term Certain) Instructors:
- ReceivepaidtimeoffbetweenChristmas andNew Yearholidays
- Receive 8%oftheirgrosssalaryinlieuofvacation.
- Eligible for a comprehensive health and dental benefits package, including a Health Spending Account or a Wellness Account.
- Eligibleforindividualprofessionaldevelopmentfunding,additionalfree professional development opportunities offered through the institution, and tuition free classes.
Eligibility to access the above-mentioned benefits is dependent upon the FARDP Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.
Desired Start Date: 12/09/2026
Position End Date: 04/29/2027
Note to Applicant
Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.
To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity orexpression.
Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodationsin accordance withthe Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact
[email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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