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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Maternal-Child Nursing Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)
Rasmussen University
Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Nursing program at our Fargo campus.
Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of nurses. Our nursing courses provide the knowledge, clinical skills, and nursing values critical for students to be successful in this field.
No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching lecture, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned. These courses may be on campus or at off-site clinical partner locations.
- Usage of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning for a diverse student population.
- Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.
Compensation, Benefits & Schedule:
- Part-Time flexible campus and clinical-based scheduling which generally consists of 10-15 hours per week/course
- Competitive hourly rates based on course types and schedule. Details are outlined clearly as you move forward in the hiring process a schedule is confirmed
- Rasmussen’s generous continuing education benefits, employee stock purchase plan and 401K plan are available for part-time employee participation
Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in Nursing
- Documented experience in Maternal-Child roles
- Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate
- 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred
- Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered
- Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution
- Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required
About Us:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org (http://www.hlcommission.org)), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu (http://www.rasmussen.edu).
It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Maternal-Child Nursing Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)
Rasmussen University
Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Nursing program at our Fargo campus.
Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of nurses. Our nursing courses provide the knowledge, clinical skills, and nursing values critical for students to be successful in this field.
No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching lecture, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned. These courses may be on campus or at off-site clinical partner locations.
- Usage of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning for a diverse student population.
- Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.
Compensation, Benefits & Schedule:
- Part-Time flexible campus and clinical-based scheduling which generally consists of 10-15 hours per week/course
- Competitive hourly rates based on course types and schedule. Details are outlined clearly as you move forward in the hiring process a schedule is confirmed
- Rasmussen’s generous continuing education benefits, employee stock purchase plan and 401K plan are available for part-time employee participation
Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in Nursing
- Documented experience in Maternal-Child roles
- Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate
- 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred
- Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered
- Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution
- Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required
About Us:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org (http://www.hlcommission.org)), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu (http://www.rasmussen.edu).
It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Chamberlain University17
- Institute of Healthcare Professions13
- Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences10
- State of Georgia6
- Carrington College6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
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, Institute of Healthcare Professions, and Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences, with the largest share of openings in Florida, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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 48% of clinical nursing instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 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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