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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Job Summary: Responsible for planning, developing and delivering nursing coursework using innovative, engaging and sound educational practices in classroom, clinical and/or hands-on lab settings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Has completed the basic professional curricula of a school of nursing as approved and verified by a state board of nursing, and holds or is entitled to hold a diploma or degree therefrom.
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing required.
- Master's of Science in Nursing preferred.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification:
- Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License.
- BLS certified.
Work Experience:
- Minimum two years RN experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated expertise in nursing knowledge and clinical practice.
- Advanced skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Strong communication and teaching skills.
- Acts as a positive leader and innovator.
- Demonstrates proficiency in use of technology.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Teaches courses in a classroom, nursing laboratory or clinical setting that fulfill the current curriculum goals and objectives.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum.
- Provides professional academic advisement/mentoring/counseling to students.
- Maintains current evidence-based knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in the subject areas related to teaching responsibility.
- Evaluates student's achievement and progress according to the standards and procedures established by the nursing program and assigns course grades, with input from clinical faculty and/or preceptor.
- Supervises clinical practice activities (simulation and clinical agencies) as assigned.
- Actively participates in meetings, reviews and analyzes assessment data, compiles reports, and meets academic and administrative deadlines.
- Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies' guidelines, along with internal policies of the company.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions from many diversified alternatives that are subject to general review in final stages only.
Working Relationship: Works directly with students. Works with internal and external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
Job Summary: Responsible for planning, developing and delivering nursing coursework using innovative, engaging and sound educational practices in classroom, clinical and/or hands-on lab settings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Has completed the basic professional curricula of a school of nursing as approved and verified by a state board of nursing, and holds or is entitled to hold a diploma or degree therefrom.
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing required.
- Master's of Science in Nursing preferred.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification:
- Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License.
- BLS certified.
Work Experience:
- Minimum two years RN experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated expertise in nursing knowledge and clinical practice.
- Advanced skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Strong communication and teaching skills.
- Acts as a positive leader and innovator.
- Demonstrates proficiency in use of technology.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Teaches courses in a classroom, nursing laboratory or clinical setting that fulfill the current curriculum goals and objectives.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum.
- Provides professional academic advisement/mentoring/counseling to students.
- Maintains current evidence-based knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in the subject areas related to teaching responsibility.
- Evaluates student's achievement and progress according to the standards and procedures established by the nursing program and assigns course grades, with input from clinical faculty and/or preceptor.
- Supervises clinical practice activities (simulation and clinical agencies) as assigned.
- Actively participates in meetings, reviews and analyzes assessment data, compiles reports, and meets academic and administrative deadlines.
- Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies' guidelines, along with internal policies of the company.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions from many diversified alternatives that are subject to general review in final stages only.
Working Relationship: Works directly with students. Works with internal and external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Florida19
- University Of Washington14
- Medical University of South Carolina13
- University of Colorado13
- Midwestern University11
Top Industries Hiring
- Education306
- Healthcare & Medical Services60
- Science & Research9
- Government & Public Sector4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
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 University of Florida, University Of Washington, and Medical University of South Carolina, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 2% of clinical nursing instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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