Job Posting: Contract Instructor: NURS 2013 Interpersonal Communication
Job Posting: NURS 2013
Posted: January 28, 2026
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
The Faculty of Science at Carleton University invites applications from qualified nursing candidates for a position as a Contract Instructor in our School of Nursing for the first cohort of direct-entry, compressed Bachelor of Science in Nursing, degree program. The program adopts an innovative approach to nursing education. Through experiential learning, theory, research and clinical practice, the program is unique in its integration of advanced technology, experiential learning and cultural humility to prepare tech-savvy, compassionate and practice-ready nursing students. Our curriculum, which emphasizes Indigenous health concepts and mental health awareness for both the patients and the providers, will foster community-focused, inclusive healthcare innovators.
The successful candidate will be expected to design, teach, evaluate and incorporate best practices in supporting interpersonal communication skills and supervise/mentor students in the entry to practice competencies as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
Position Overview
We’re hiring 1 Contract Instructor to teach the following course in the Faculty of Science, School of Nursing. Please note that we have provided tentative dates of course delivery that may be subject to change pending final confirmation of the course schedule:
| NURS 2013 Interpersonal Communication | |
|---|---|
| Anticipated TA Support | Yes |
| Anticipated Enrollment | 91 students |
| Designated Modality | To the discretion of the instructor with preference given to in-person learning for the majority of delivery (Carleton University delivers programming in Kanata at 350 Legget Drive as well as central campus). |
*Class is currently scheduled on Tuesday from 8:35am-11:25am from May-July 2025 at central campus.
Course description: This course focuses on introduction and development of effective communication strategies in healthcare, including therapeutic, interprofessional, closed loop, conflict resolution and feedback skills.
For full program course descriptions, see: BSc in Nursing Courses – Nursing
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver course content for community health practice and principals, adhering to the competency frameworks for entry to practice and RN prescribing from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Incorporate best practices including advising to simulation and clinical instructors for application of the theory taught in this course
- Mentor and support students
- Act as a departmental advisor for continued best practice in alignment with RN Prescribing including program iteration
Qualifications
- Professional experience as a Registered Nurse with a license in good standing with the respective regulatory body.
- Preference given to applicants with experience with online teaching platforms (e.g., Zoom, Brightspace, Blackboard).
- Preference given to applicants with demonstrated experience in teaching at a university or similar post-secondary institution, mentoring students, and/or facilitating workshops.
- Ability to travel and deliver in-person sessions when required
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to understand, interpret and carry out verbal and written instructions in the English language
How to Apply
Tell us your story! Send us:
- A brief statement (max 400 words) or short video sharing why you want to teach in our School of Nursing.
- A resume highlighting your experience.
Email your application to nursing@cunet.carleton.ca by February 28, 2026 with the subject line: Contract Instructor – NURS2013 – [YOUR NAME].
Questions? Reach out to us at the same address—we’re here to chat and you can expect a response within 2-3 business days.
A note to all applicants: As per Articles 16.3 and 16.4 in the CUPE 4600 (Unit 2) Collective Agreement, the posted vacancies listed above are first offered to applicants meeting the incumbency criterion. A link to the current CUPE 4600 (Unit 2) Collective Agreement can be found at the Academic Staff Agreements webpage on the Carleton University website.