Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Non Academic Employment
Administrative Appointments
Scholarship
Development Of Curriculum
Professional Memberships
Professional Development And Continuing Education
Committee Work
Languages
Additional Information
Timeline
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Fina Jamal

Burnaby,BC

Summary

Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students by providing engaging, relevant instruction and adaptable teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students.

Proficient in crafting lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

To seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and communication skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Clinical Instructor

BCIT
04.2020 - Current
  • Term 1 Community Clinical Instructor BSNC 1030
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights and strategies for classroom success.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement and promoting a positive school culture.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Team Lead

BCIT
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Term 7 Lead
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained effective relationships with key stakeholders to better understand their needs and expectations.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.

BSN Curriculum Writer

BCIT
12.2017 - 04.2020
  • Course Writer for new curriculum
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with subject matter experts to develop accurate and engaging content.
  • Streamlined course design process for improved efficiency and consistency across multiple subjects.
  • Developed customized lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
  • Implemented assessment tools to measure student progress effectively, providing valuable insights for ongoing curriculum adjustments.

Nursing Clinical Instructor- Public Health

BCIT
01.2009 - 12.2017
  • Community Health Nurs 5030
  • Enhanced patient care by providing clinical instruction for nursing students in various healthcare settings.
  • Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.

Level 5 Public Health Course Leader

BCIT
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Course Leader N5030
  • Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Streamlined course content for increased clarity and effectiveness in subject delivery.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and best practices.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings, sharing insights and collaborating on curriculum improvements.

Case manager

Richmond Continuing Care/Long Term Care
01.2003 - 01.2009
  • Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Coordinated essential services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and selfsufficiency.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.

Emergency Nurse

Vancouver General Hospital Emergency
01.1994 - 01.2003
  • Improved patient outcomes by efficiently assessing, triaging, and treating emergency room patients.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing cases and allocating resources.
  • Enhanced teamwork among staff through clear communication and collaboration in high-stress situations.
  • Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Masters of Health Studies Focus in Education

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
04.2013

Associate of Science - Emergency/Critical Care Diploma-Specialty Nursing

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
12.1995

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
06.1993

Skills

  • Curriculum Design & Development
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Continuous professional development
  • Critical thinking development
  • Learning Assessments
  • Class Instruction
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Student Evaluation
  • Continuing Education
  • Student-centered learning focus
  • Strong communication skills
  • Collaborative team player

Non Academic Employment

  • 2003-2009, Richmond continuing care/Long term care, Case manager, Richmond, BC
  • 1994-2003, Vancouver General Hospital Emergency, ER Nurse, Vancouver, BC

Administrative Appointments

  • 06/2021- present, BCIT, Healthy Workplace Committee (currently Chair of Committee)
  • 12/2017 to 04/2020, BCIT, BSN Curriculum Course Writer
  • 09/2017- 06/2021, BCIT, Curriculum Committee
  • 04/2020-04/2021, BCIT, Simulation Committee Working Group

Scholarship


  • SCHOLARSHIP OF TEACHING: Community Simulation Pilot Project- Developers
  • SCHOLARSHIP OF Application, 2017 to July 2021: BCIT BSN Curriculum Renewal


Development Of Curriculum

  • 04/2019-04/2020, Term 7 lead: Revision of courses and evaluation rubrics; Updating learning platform; Mentoring instructors
  • 12/2017 to 04/2020, Course Writer for BCIT BSN Curriculum Renewal: Assisted in writing and developing course content for Community/Public Health, Maternity/Pediatrics, Community Nursing, Communications, Preceptorship courses
  • 01/2015, Public Health Course Leader: refining course syllabus, course outline, updating clinical courses such as communicable diseases, sexual health
  • 2014, BSN Community Simulation Development with Pearson Canada representative


Professional Memberships

2000 to present, BCCNM 

Professional Development And Continuing Education

  • 12/2021, BCIT, Interprofessional Education, School of Health Sciences
  • 12/6/2021, BCIT, Simulation Workshop, Workshop 1: What is Experiential Learning
  • 11/2020-12/17/2020, BCIT, Course, Mental Health First Aid Course
  • 06/1/2020-06/12/2020, BCIT Online, Education Session, Fostering Learning Online
  • 04/22/2020, Online Webinar, COVID 19- Ethical Framework Education Session, BCCDC/BCMOH Ethical Framework
  • 04/21/2020, Online webinar, Education Session, Writing NCLEX style Exam Questions
  • 04/8/2020, Online Webinar, Education Session, Kahoot! In higher-ed: how to engage students through distance learning
  • 2019, BCIT, Education session, Professional Development for Educators: Teaching and Learning
  • 06/14/2018, BCIT, Teaching and Learning Summit, Expertise: What is it; How to get students to achieve it; Assessments that support student learning
  • 06/5/2018, UBC, Educator conference, Alumni to Alumni: Educator to Educator
  • 05/15/2018, BCIT, BCIT Research and Scholarship Day, Ethics and Moral Distress in Health Care Education
  • 2018, BCIT, Course Development Training/Education Workshops, BCIT BSN Curriculum Course Writer
  • 2009, VCH Richmond, Course, Frontline Leadership Program
  • 2008, VCH: Vancouver Hospital, Course, Advanced Educator Pathway Project

Committee Work

  • 06/2021-present, Healthy Workplace Committee, BCIT, Member
  • 04/22/2020, Simulation Working Committee/Group, BCIT, Member
  • 09/2017 to 06/2021, Curriculum Committee Subcommittee: NCLEX working group, BCIT, Member
  • 01/2017 to 09/2017, Learning Resource Committee, BCIT, Member
  • 2009-2016, Technology Committee, BCIT, Member
  • 2009, Emerging Health Leaders Organization of BC, Group, Member

Languages

English
Full Professional

Additional Information

Chair of the Healthy Workplace Committee at BCIT- organize team meeetings; create agendas; lead team meetings; assist in organizing faculty retreats for Nursing Faculty.

Timeline

Team Lead

BCIT
06.2020 - 12.2020

Nurse Clinical Instructor

BCIT
04.2020 - Current

BSN Curriculum Writer

BCIT
12.2017 - 04.2020

Level 5 Public Health Course Leader

BCIT
01.2015 - 01.2017

Nursing Clinical Instructor- Public Health

BCIT
01.2009 - 12.2017

Case manager

Richmond Continuing Care/Long Term Care
01.2003 - 01.2009

Emergency Nurse

Vancouver General Hospital Emergency
01.1994 - 01.2003

Master of Science - Masters of Health Studies Focus in Education

Athabasca University

Associate of Science - Emergency/Critical Care Diploma-Specialty Nursing

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Calgary
Fina Jamal