Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs
Clinical Nursing Instructor jobs are open across hospitals, community colleges, university nursing programs, and healthcare systems, from adjunct and part-time roles to full-time faculty and program director positions, with specializations in simulation lab instruction, clinical practicum supervision, and continuing education. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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RN Instructor for OB clinicals
Schedule: Fridays 7a-7p
The instructor’s primary responsibilities are to provide active and effective learning for students in all applicable educational settings, act as professional and academic role models and commit to student satisfaction. This includes teaching in classrooms, labs, and outside the classroom during campus and student activities. This position delivers high-quality instruction to students, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience, develops and implements curriculum, assesses student progress, and ensures adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Organize and deliver class objectives in a clear, concise manner
- Foster and maintain an orderly, controlled, and safe environment for students in classrooms and labs
- Maintain and prepare training aids, tools, and equipment in the classroom and lab
- Maintain curriculum accuracy by keeping up to date on industry standards and practices
- Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessments
- Provide constructive feedback and support to students to help them achieve academic and professional success
- Identify and report on any at-risk students; creates individualized success plans to mitigate attrition
- Foster relationships with students to help them meet program competency requirements
- Provide periodic and ad-hoc reporting to stakeholders
- Meet with students and education personnel to discuss instructional programs and related issues
- Provide and maintain regular, substantive interaction with students in online course components
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress
- Deliver engaging lectures and lab sessions on assigned topics, diagnostic procedures, equipment operation and troubleshooting, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
- Active and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of FL
- BSN required/ Master's highly preferred
- 3 years of mother/baby or OB experience
- The minimum qualification matrix outlines the education and experience requirements for instructors based on the individual program requirements.
- Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required)
- Expertise in the area of assignment that demonstrates the skills needed to provide instruction
- Design and deliver engaging educational content, adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles
- Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment
- Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices
- Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues
- Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities
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Frequently (80% or more of workday)
- Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision)
- Communicate with students and provide direct instruction
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Occasionally (up to 50% of workday)
- Use fine motor skills to operate personal computers, manual and electrical (dental, automotive, mechanical, nursing, etc.) equipment, as well as various diagnostic or procedure equipment
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Rarely (less than 20% of workday)
- Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with the assistance of mechanical interventions, students, or other employees
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to provide instruction in labs and demonstrate procedures
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Able and willing to:
- Communicate, think, learn, and reason
- Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
- Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
- Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
- Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
- Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
- Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
- Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.
- On campus and on site work locations include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.
- This position is designated as on site, or on campus to meet business needs.
- Travel to campus and clinical sites required.
RN Instructor for OB clinicals
Schedule: Fridays 7a-7p
The instructor’s primary responsibilities are to provide active and effective learning for students in all applicable educational settings, act as professional and academic role models and commit to student satisfaction. This includes teaching in classrooms, labs, and outside the classroom during campus and student activities. This position delivers high-quality instruction to students, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience, develops and implements curriculum, assesses student progress, and ensures adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Organize and deliver class objectives in a clear, concise manner
- Foster and maintain an orderly, controlled, and safe environment for students in classrooms and labs
- Maintain and prepare training aids, tools, and equipment in the classroom and lab
- Maintain curriculum accuracy by keeping up to date on industry standards and practices
- Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessments
- Provide constructive feedback and support to students to help them achieve academic and professional success
- Identify and report on any at-risk students; creates individualized success plans to mitigate attrition
- Foster relationships with students to help them meet program competency requirements
- Provide periodic and ad-hoc reporting to stakeholders
- Meet with students and education personnel to discuss instructional programs and related issues
- Provide and maintain regular, substantive interaction with students in online course components
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress
- Deliver engaging lectures and lab sessions on assigned topics, diagnostic procedures, equipment operation and troubleshooting, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
- Active and unencumbered RN licensure in the state of FL
- BSN required/ Master's highly preferred
- 3 years of mother/baby or OB experience
- The minimum qualification matrix outlines the education and experience requirements for instructors based on the individual program requirements.
- Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required)
- Expertise in the area of assignment that demonstrates the skills needed to provide instruction
- Design and deliver engaging educational content, adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles
- Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment
- Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices
- Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues
- Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities
-
Frequently (80% or more of workday)
- Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision)
- Communicate with students and provide direct instruction
-
Occasionally (up to 50% of workday)
- Use fine motor skills to operate personal computers, manual and electrical (dental, automotive, mechanical, nursing, etc.) equipment, as well as various diagnostic or procedure equipment
-
Rarely (less than 20% of workday)
- Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with the assistance of mechanical interventions, students, or other employees
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to provide instruction in labs and demonstrate procedures
-
Able and willing to:
- Communicate, think, learn, and reason
- Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
- Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
- Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
- Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
- Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
- Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
- Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.
- On campus and on site work locations include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.
- This position is designated as on site, or on campus to meet business needs.
- Travel to campus and clinical sites required.
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Who's Hiring
- Chamberlain University19
- Success Education Colleges11
- Institute of Healthcare Professions11
- Dorsey College5
- State of Georgia4
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nursing instructor jobs.
- Active RN license with at least two years of recent direct patient care experience
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or higher for most full-time faculty positions
- Experience teaching or precepting nursing students in a clinical or simulation setting
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Moodle
- Knowledge of NCLEX-RN preparation standards and current nursing education best practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and specialty certifications relevant to teaching area
Tips for Your Clinical Nursing Instructor Job Search
Tailor your resume to simulation lab experience
Hiring committees for clinical nursing instructor roles weigh simulation lab facilitation heavily. List specific platforms you've used, such as high-fidelity manikin systems, and note whether you've developed or revised simulation scenarios, not just operated the equipment.
Highlight clinical currency alongside teaching credentials
Many programs require instructors to hold an active RN license and recent direct patient care experience. Spell out your most recent clinical setting, specialty, and years of practice separately from your teaching history so reviewers don't have to infer it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical nursing instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by institution accreditation status
Community college and university nursing programs differ significantly in expectations, pay structures, and faculty governance. When targeting openings, check whether the program holds ACEN or CCNE accreditation, since accredited programs often require a graduate nursing degree at minimum.
Prepare a teaching philosophy statement before interviews
Most academic nursing interviews ask for a written or verbal teaching philosophy. Ground yours in a specific clinical competency model you've used, not abstract language, and connect it to how you assess student performance in a clinical or lab setting.
Negotiate course load and clinical site assignments
Full-time faculty offers vary widely in assigned clinical rotations, lab hours, and committee obligations. Before accepting, ask for the exact breakdown in writing so you can evaluate workload accurately and avoid surprises in your first semester.
Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical nursing instructors?
The companies hiring the most clinical nursing instructors right now include Chamberlain University, Success Education Colleges, and Institute of Healthcare Professions, with the largest share of openings in Florida, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be concentrated in states with large community college nursing programs and regional hospital systems that run internal education departments.
How many clinical nursing instructor jobs are remote?
About 37% of clinical nursing instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most remote roles tied to didactic course instruction, curriculum development, or online RN-to-BSN programs rather than hands-on clinical or simulation lab supervision, which still requires on-site presence.
How do you become a clinical nursing instructor?
Start by obtaining an active RN license and building direct patient care experience in a specialty area. Earning an MSN is the standard next step, as most academic programs require it for faculty roles. You can begin teaching sooner by precepting students in clinical settings or adjuncting at a community college, which builds a formal teaching record before you apply to full-time faculty positions.
How can you get hired as a clinical nursing instructor with little experience?
Preceptor and adjunct roles are the most accessible entry points when your formal teaching history is thin. Emphasize clinical expertise in a specialty, any mentorship or training you've done with new staff, and familiarity with the NCLEX framework. Community colleges with high clinical instructor turnover are more likely to consider candidates who are still completing an MSN, especially in high-demand specialties like med-surg or pediatrics.
What does the clinical nursing instructor interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a screening call from HR or a faculty search committee, followed by a formal panel interview with nursing faculty and sometimes a program director. Many programs ask candidates to deliver a brief teaching demonstration or present a sample lesson plan. A second interview with a dean or academic affairs representative is common before an offer is extended, and reference checks are standard for all finalists.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nursing instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical nursing instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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