Instructor, Advanced Foot Care

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 981

CLOSING DATE: DECEMBER 15, 2024 @11:59 PM MDT

FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re looking for someone dedicated to finding ways forward to join our Faculty of Health Studies team at our Edmonton campus as an Instructor in our Advanced Foot Care post-diploma certificate program.

The Advanced Foot Care (AFC) post-diploma certificate program for nurses delivers theoretical knowledge and skills assessment related to foot care protocols and procedures, records management, and business fundamentals. The AFC instructor provides remote guidance to learners during the completion of asynchronous, online modules, followed with in-person instruction and supervision during labs and clinical placement.

Our instructors take pride in making a positive impact on the lives of the students they teach. You will join a collaborative academic community that thrives on energy, motivation, and dedication to the successes of both our students and colleagues.

Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Join us and help them achieve their goals.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

Advanced Foot Care Knowledge:

• Provide guidance and instruction related to advanced foot care theory, skills, and professional practice.
• Utilize professional development opportunities to maintain expertise in current evidence-based, best practices aligned with AFC professional standards.

Instructional Capacity:

• Ability to vary instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and enhance student comprehension.
• Integrate practical, hands-on demonstrations and simulated clinical experiences.
• Utilize innovative teaching techniques to improve educational outcomes.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Engage with students, clinical staff, and patients with clarity and responsiveness, to achieve effective information exchange.
• Develop strong professional relationships that create a supportive learning environment.

Learning Management Systems, Teaching & Curriculum Development

• Proficiency with learning management systems and instructional design is an asset.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Active nursing licensure with CLPNA or CRNA with Advanced Foot Care Practice Authorization
• Recent experience in advanced foot care nursing practice
• Experience teaching in a post-secondary institute is an asset
• A Vulnerable Sectors Check within the last thirty (30) days

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER:

• Apply professional judgement to make timely decisions in a clinical care environment, that aligns with organizational policies and processes, while maintaining patient safety, adhering to best practices, and meeting educational outcomes
• Foster and maintain professional relationships with fellow NorQuesters, students, clinical site staff and patients, to ensure effective collaboration that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Norquest College
• Adherence to professional privacy standards, laws and regulations
• Identify and address instructional and clinical placement needs, demonstrating commitment to learner achievement, optimization of patient care and adherance to professional excellence

SALARY:  Reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a casual Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association Agreement outlines how pay is determined. 

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.