City : Surrey, BC

Category : 8111-Academic and Career Preparation

Industry : Education

Employer : Kwantlen Polytechnic University - KPU

iPCIEN Health Care Workplace Facilitator - Competition ID: 2859
Position Type:  NR1
Position Start: September 1, 2023

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and the social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

KPU is the fourth largest university in the province of British Columbia and serves communities in the South Fraser region and beyond.  A leader in innovative, interdisciplinary education with a teaching-focused mandate, KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve the highest standards of academic performance. Our many programs of study provide applied learning and broad-based university education. 

The Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation (ACP) knows that upgrading creates opportunities. ACP upgrading courses help students meet educational and career goals. We also offer access programs for students with diverse learning needs and other community-based education programs such as Third Age Learning at Kwantlen. For more information about ACP, please consult the following link: https://www.kpu.ca/acp 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The English Language Studies department invites applications for a Health Care Workplace Facilitator (HCWF) to co-teach the Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses for Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024. The successful candidate(s) will work with the English Language instructor and specifically will provide input on the culture of professional practice and authentic context. The HCWF meets with the participants (for a total of 45 hours per term) to orient them to the principles of patient-centred care and collaborative teamwork. The HCWF also provides feedback on rehearsed and filmed role rehearsals. 

Further information on this course: https://www.kpu.ca/acp/els/pcien 

QUALIFICATIONS:

We invite applications from candidates registered as a nurse in British Columbia and with experience working within BC’s health care system.

• Registered nurse in BC
• Minimum of 5 years actively working in the nursing profession

Preference will be given to candidates with: 

• At least one year (or equivalent) of successful teaching experience 
• Experience collaborating effectively with colleagues in other disciplines and with community partners 
• Commitment to principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and experience with the application of these principles in a diverse classroom community

APPLICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

A complete application can be submitted in a variety of formats as described below. The variety of formats allows applicants to use a method that is most resonant with their world view and practice.

1. Application package 

• • Letter of application 
  • CV (please indicate eligibility to work legally in Canada) 
  • Evidence of qualifications 
  • Evidence of experience teaching topics related to healthcare, communications and culture

2. Creative submissions 
    Suggested formats:

• • Audio
  • Video
  • Visual art
  • Portfolio
  • Website

Note to Applicants:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca 

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

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.