Clinical Placement Coordinator, Graduate Programs

Clinical Placement Coordinator, Graduate Programs

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• Clinical Placement Coordinator, Graduate Programs Research Project Department/Unit Nursing Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number S146-26 Employee Group DPMG Position Type Regular, On-Going Duration of Contract (if applicable) Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0 Salary $70,319 - $94,202 per annum Classification ADM-06 Provisional Statement This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role. About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary Dalhousie School of Nursing graduate programs prepare practitioners, professional practice leaders, and nurse scientists. Nursing is a practice-based discipline and several of our graduate program entail clinical placements and preceptorship. Reporting to the Director, School of Nursing, the Clinical Placement Coordinator – Graduate Programs occupies a key position within the School of Nursing, assuming responsibility for planning, negotiation, delivery and evaluation of clinical learning experiences in the Masters of Nursing programs. Key Responsibilities Formulate criteria for clinical sites in all semesters that will allow students to achieve the set objectives in a safe manner under appropriate supervision. Assess clinical sites to ensure compliance with criteria. Project the number of placements required for each clinical experience for each course on an annual basis and negotiate appropriate clinical placements for students in all semesters. Develop comprehensive protocol for assigning students to clinical learning experiences. Arrange for new clinical sites as required. Ensure contracts and affiliation agreements with interest holders, clinical and community partners are processed and current, updating as needed. Recruit and retain of clinical preceptors. Develop and deliver education materials and provide ongoing educational support for clinical preceptors through information sessions and orientation packages. Liaise with other health professionals involved in clinical education. Develop, carry out and analyze needs assessments from stakeholders and partners. Collect, compile, analyze and disseminate feedback on the operation and effectiveness of clinical experiences. Note The successful applicant may work in-person on campus, primarily remotely (from within Nova Scotia with occasional presence in-person on-campus), or perform a hybrid of the two as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements. Required Qualifications Undergraduate degree in health or education plus a minimum of five years’ relevant experience in clinical placement coordination (or an equivalent combination of training and experience). Excellent organizational and time management skills in high volume and interdisciplinary settings with the ability to adapt to changing priorities. Strong communication skills (written and verbal), and the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with various stakeholders. Familiarity with regulatory and competency-based education and entry to practice skills required for nursing. Commitment to continuous learning, including maintaining knowledge of clinical practice and current issues in the nursing profession. Outstanding computer and data management skills, including proven ability to learn new software and the ability to use MS Office Word and Excel. Assets Undergraduate degree in Nursing. Experience with HSPnet, One45, Banner and/or Brightspace systems. Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:
• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Adaptability
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Relationship Building

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program. Application Consideration Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture. Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 05/20/2026 Close Date 05/27/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21081 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) Optional Documents Cover Letter