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Casual Instructor, Practical Nurse Program
School of Health, Education and Human Services 
Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus
March 19th to April 20th, 2026 (tentative)
Employment Opportunity No.: 26.03

Closing Date: ongoing

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING A CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR IN THE PRACTICAL NURSE PROGRAM?

Are you an experienced RN or LPN who is interested in teaching students in a clinical environment? Are you interested in joining a team of supportive nurses who are passionate about teaching and nursing? If so, the PN program is seeking experienced RNs or LPNs to provide clinical instruction and supervision to students during their first practicum placement in Continuing Care. This opportunity offers an introduction to experiential learning, simulation, skill development, mentorship, and course delivery.

Opportunity: Clinical Instructors for NURS 1401 (Clinical 1 Foundational)
Schedule: Weekdays during the day (no nights/weekends) tentatively starting March 19th until April 20th, 2026.

The ideal candidates will have a baccalaureate or a master’s degree in nursing; registration or are eligible for registration with Yukon Registered Nurses Association; OR a diploma in practical nursing; licensed as a Practical Nurse in Yukon or are eligible to be licensed as a Practical Nurse in Yukon. Previous instructional experience is an asset but not essential. Experience working in diverse settings, including community care, long-term care, and acute care is preferred. Extensive experience working in continuing care is an asset.

If you have the relevant education and experience and are excited about teaching, please send your resume to:
Elizabeth Chisholm 
Instructor Nursing/Coordinator Practical Nursing Program 
Elizabeth.chisholm@yukonu.ca

This inventory is maintained on a continual basis, and resumes will be retained for up to 6 months.
Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications as selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon first Nations, as well as Metis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry will be given priority.

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email: hr@yukonu.ca

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.