Sessional Instructor - Faculty of Nursing (Summer 2020) *Reposted*
The Faculty of Nursing, University of Prince Edward Island has a sessional teaching opportunity in NURS 6150 Advanced Health Assessment, in the Summer Semester of 2020 academic year. This position is subject to final budgetary approval
NURS 6150 Advanced Health Assessment:
With a focus on detailed history taking, interpretation, synthesis, diagnostic differentiation and formulation, and documentation of clinical findings, this course enhances and refines the student’s clinical, theoretical, and scientific knowledge base related to health assessment. Aspects of diagnostic reasoning will be investigated, critically reviewed, and applied to clinical case studies across the lifespan. Elements of advanced client assessment including physical and mental status; psychosocial, family, community, cultural, and diversity factors; the implications of social determinants of health; and risk appraisal will be addressed in terms of their impact upon a client’s health status. Approaches to effective written and verbal communication of findings and diagnostic reasoning will feature prominently in this course.
Lecture/Seminar: Total 3 hours per week plus 2 hour lab May 14 – August 14, 2020
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing or related health discipline. A PhD in Nursing or health field will be an asset. Previous experience in teaching is an asset.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster, and to those with experience in teaching university level courses.
Application Instructions:
Interested persons should enclose a cover letter, resume, a copy of current CRNPEI registration and the name, address and phone numbers of three referees, including most recent employer. Applications should be sent via e-mail in a pdf format indicating the Competition # on the Subject Line of the e-mail communication. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications can be sent to:
Dr. Jo-Ann MacDonald
Interim Dean, Faculty of Nursing
University of Prince Edward Island
Email: jammacdonald@upei.ca
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
Closing date for applications is March 17, 2020