Clinical Nursing Instructor - Faculty of Nursing- 1.0 FTE Permanent Position - Medical-Surgical Nursing (Queen Elizabeth Hospital)
About the role
Acknowledging that UPEI is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk, the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island welcomes applications from exceptional candidates for the following clinical nursing instructor opportunity:
One (1) 1.0 FTE permanent position in medical-surgical nursing.
The anticipated term for this position would be June 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will provide direct clinical supervision to undergraduate nursing students in medical-surgical health settings at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Direct clinical supervision of students will be required in the UPEI Faculty of Nursing Learning Resource Centre, primary health care settings, long-term care, and community settings located in Charlottetown, as needed.
This appointment is subject to final budget approval.
About our Program:
The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island offers the only undergraduate and graduate programs for the nursing profession in the province. The Faculty of Nursing plays an important role in nursing education to support the local and national health system by developing nurse leaders grounded in the philosophy of Primary Health Care.
In addition to providing evidence-informed education, we strongly believe in providing opportunities for all Faculty, staff, and students to participate in research and scholarships. Nursing education researchers study how students best learn nursing skills and investigate diverse topics such as health outcomes and improvements to the quality of healthcare services.
Nursing is a dynamic profession requiring critical and reflective thinking based on science and human perspectives. There is a need to reflect and embed within the curriculum and pedagogy new ways of thinking and being to reflect the changing health system and the importance of interprofessional learning and collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity. In addition, we honor and appropriately respond to the Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including fostering reflection related to decolonization and Indigenization to support recognition.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have earned a minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BScN or BN) and have at least 3 years of full-time clinical experience. Recent experience in medical-surgical nursing is required.
Experience in providing clinical supervision of students (including preceptorships) or peer clinical education would be an asset. The Canadian Nurse Educators Institute (CNEI) Clinical Instructor Certificate course would be an asset. A master’s degree in nursing would be an asset. A valid driver’s license is required.
Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week, days and evening shifts
Salary: $49.59 to $54.11 per hour in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the University of Prince Edward Island Board of Governors and The University of Prince Edward Island Faculty Association Bargaining Unit #1.
Application Instructions:
Interested persons will enclose a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and a copy of their current CRNMPEI registration. Two letters of reference will be submitted with the application; one must be from the candidate’s most recent employer.
Applications should be sent via e-mail, in a PDF format, indicating the Competition # on the subject line of the email communication. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Please send application packages to:
Emily Walsh
Administrative Assistant to the Dean
eawalsh@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 equity in employment.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.
UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
Closing date for applications is May 14th, 2026.
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About University of Prince Edward Island
Established in 1969, the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is a comprehensive public liberal arts university in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, with roots in its founding institutions, Prince of Wales College (est. 1834) Saint Dunstan's University (est. 1855).
The only university in the province, UPEI offers a wide range of programs and degrees within the faculties of Arts; Business; Education; Graduate Studies; Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies; Nursing; Science; Sustainable Design Engineering; and Veterinary Medicine. Home to Canada Research Chairs, a UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, endowed and sponsored research chairs, and 3M National Teaching Fellows, UPEI comprises a community of talented and dedicated faculty and staff who provide exceptional learning experiences to Canadian and international students under their tutelage.
In addition to its main campus in Charlottetown, UPEI has established the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St. Peter's Bay, PEI. The University also has an international campus in Cairo, Egypt, offering degrees in business administration, mathematical and computational sciences, and sustainable design engineering. It also has postsecondary exchange programs with universities in numerous countries. As well, post-secondary students in Asia, Africa, and Europe can earn certain UPEI degrees, based on the University's curriculum and rigorous educational standards, while living in their home countries.
With millions of dollars in scholarships, international exchange and experiential learning opportunities, expanding professional and graduate programs, and outstanding student-faculty interaction, UPEI offers students an educational experience designed to help them reach their potential as future leaders.
The interim President and Vice-Chancellor is Dr. Greg Keefe. The Chancellor is the Honourable Catherine Callbeck.
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Clinical Nursing Instructor - Faculty of Nursing- 1.0 FTE Permanent Position - Medical-Surgical Nursing (Queen Elizabeth Hospital)
About the role
Acknowledging that UPEI is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk, the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island welcomes applications from exceptional candidates for the following clinical nursing instructor opportunity:
One (1) 1.0 FTE permanent position in medical-surgical nursing.
The anticipated term for this position would be June 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will provide direct clinical supervision to undergraduate nursing students in medical-surgical health settings at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Direct clinical supervision of students will be required in the UPEI Faculty of Nursing Learning Resource Centre, primary health care settings, long-term care, and community settings located in Charlottetown, as needed.
This appointment is subject to final budget approval.
About our Program:
The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Prince Edward Island offers the only undergraduate and graduate programs for the nursing profession in the province. The Faculty of Nursing plays an important role in nursing education to support the local and national health system by developing nurse leaders grounded in the philosophy of Primary Health Care.
In addition to providing evidence-informed education, we strongly believe in providing opportunities for all Faculty, staff, and students to participate in research and scholarships. Nursing education researchers study how students best learn nursing skills and investigate diverse topics such as health outcomes and improvements to the quality of healthcare services.
Nursing is a dynamic profession requiring critical and reflective thinking based on science and human perspectives. There is a need to reflect and embed within the curriculum and pedagogy new ways of thinking and being to reflect the changing health system and the importance of interprofessional learning and collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity. In addition, we honor and appropriately respond to the Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including fostering reflection related to decolonization and Indigenization to support recognition.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have earned a minimum of a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (BScN or BN) and have at least 3 years of full-time clinical experience. Recent experience in medical-surgical nursing is required.
Experience in providing clinical supervision of students (including preceptorships) or peer clinical education would be an asset. The Canadian Nurse Educators Institute (CNEI) Clinical Instructor Certificate course would be an asset. A master’s degree in nursing would be an asset. A valid driver’s license is required.
Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week, days and evening shifts
Salary: $49.59 to $54.11 per hour in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the University of Prince Edward Island Board of Governors and The University of Prince Edward Island Faculty Association Bargaining Unit #1.
Application Instructions:
Interested persons will enclose a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and a copy of their current CRNMPEI registration. Two letters of reference will be submitted with the application; one must be from the candidate’s most recent employer.
Applications should be sent via e-mail, in a PDF format, indicating the Competition # on the subject line of the email communication. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Please send application packages to:
Emily Walsh
Administrative Assistant to the Dean
eawalsh@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 equity in employment.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.
UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
Closing date for applications is May 14th, 2026.
Not the right fit? Search for Clinical Nursing Instructor jobs in Charlottetown, PE
About University of Prince Edward Island
Established in 1969, the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is a comprehensive public liberal arts university in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, with roots in its founding institutions, Prince of Wales College (est. 1834) Saint Dunstan's University (est. 1855).
The only university in the province, UPEI offers a wide range of programs and degrees within the faculties of Arts; Business; Education; Graduate Studies; Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies; Nursing; Science; Sustainable Design Engineering; and Veterinary Medicine. Home to Canada Research Chairs, a UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, endowed and sponsored research chairs, and 3M National Teaching Fellows, UPEI comprises a community of talented and dedicated faculty and staff who provide exceptional learning experiences to Canadian and international students under their tutelage.
In addition to its main campus in Charlottetown, UPEI has established the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St. Peter's Bay, PEI. The University also has an international campus in Cairo, Egypt, offering degrees in business administration, mathematical and computational sciences, and sustainable design engineering. It also has postsecondary exchange programs with universities in numerous countries. As well, post-secondary students in Asia, Africa, and Europe can earn certain UPEI degrees, based on the University's curriculum and rigorous educational standards, while living in their home countries.
With millions of dollars in scholarships, international exchange and experiential learning opportunities, expanding professional and graduate programs, and outstanding student-faculty interaction, UPEI offers students an educational experience designed to help them reach their potential as future leaders.
The interim President and Vice-Chancellor is Dr. Greg Keefe. The Chancellor is the Honourable Catherine Callbeck.