Entry Level Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs
New grad clinical nursing instructor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical portfolio or supervised teaching practicum can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, with employers like University of Rochester, Hocking College, and HOOD COLLEGE hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is seeking a faculty candidate for a clinical faculty position. Candidates must have a RN license and relevant advanced practice experience as well as experience with professional nursing education, education technology, program development, and project management. Candidates are expected to have a record of scholarly work, a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches and teaching experience. Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience. Clinical faculty are eligible for promotion along the clinical track.
The School of Nursing offers nationally accredited baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degree programs. The University of Rochester School of Nursing prepares nurses to meet the challenges of health care in the twenty-first century. Our philosophy includes beliefs about unification, education, research and scholarly productivity, practice, nursing, consumer, and health.
Our student population often starts at the undergraduate level and accelerates sequentially to other levels; accordingly, faculty are expected to fit their instructional model in concordance with the overarching curriculum and with the understanding that students often learn from more than one instructor and across multiple platforms of delivery. Faculty members use the resources of the School of Nursing to engage, inspire and elevate student learning.
The Unification Model directs nursing education, research, and practice. Unification is not only a philosophical approach but also an organizational structure that operationalizes the interdependence among education, research and practice. Education empowers nurses with knowledge, attitudes, and skills for leadership in professional practice and research. Research develops nursing knowledge to strengthen education and promote evidence-based practice. The practice of nursing is care delivery that promotes continued excellence through the generation of new research questions and the enrichment of the educational experience. The ongoing interaction of education, research, and practice benefits the consumer by ensuring quality nursing care.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach across School of Nursing baccalaureate and master programs; may include instructing groups of students in the school’s accelerated nursing program in labs and/or clinical settings
- Participate in program faculty meeting and faculty committees as needed or selected.
- Assist in development of course materials and assessment practices and/or assist in student clinical assessments; grading of assignments, exams, and care plans.
- Serve as a resource/advisor/mentor for students and hold weekly office hours
REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Nursing, current NYS licensure, demonstrated record of clinical excellence, superior interpersonal skills with different levels of students.
Post-offer health assessment required. Complete all agency requirements for clinical faculty compliance and credentialing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior teaching experience and experience in online learning strongly preferred.
NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit Associate Dean or Dean from assigning other work as required.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Rochester School of Nursing is seeking a faculty candidate for a clinical faculty position. Candidates must have a RN license and relevant advanced practice experience as well as experience with professional nursing education, education technology, program development, and project management. Candidates are expected to have a record of scholarly work, a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches and teaching experience. Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience. Clinical faculty are eligible for promotion along the clinical track.
The School of Nursing offers nationally accredited baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degree programs. The University of Rochester School of Nursing prepares nurses to meet the challenges of health care in the twenty-first century. Our philosophy includes beliefs about unification, education, research and scholarly productivity, practice, nursing, consumer, and health.
Our student population often starts at the undergraduate level and accelerates sequentially to other levels; accordingly, faculty are expected to fit their instructional model in concordance with the overarching curriculum and with the understanding that students often learn from more than one instructor and across multiple platforms of delivery. Faculty members use the resources of the School of Nursing to engage, inspire and elevate student learning.
The Unification Model directs nursing education, research, and practice. Unification is not only a philosophical approach but also an organizational structure that operationalizes the interdependence among education, research and practice. Education empowers nurses with knowledge, attitudes, and skills for leadership in professional practice and research. Research develops nursing knowledge to strengthen education and promote evidence-based practice. The practice of nursing is care delivery that promotes continued excellence through the generation of new research questions and the enrichment of the educational experience. The ongoing interaction of education, research, and practice benefits the consumer by ensuring quality nursing care.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach across School of Nursing baccalaureate and master programs; may include instructing groups of students in the school’s accelerated nursing program in labs and/or clinical settings
- Participate in program faculty meeting and faculty committees as needed or selected.
- Assist in development of course materials and assessment practices and/or assist in student clinical assessments; grading of assignments, exams, and care plans.
- Serve as a resource/advisor/mentor for students and hold weekly office hours
REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Nursing, current NYS licensure, demonstrated record of clinical excellence, superior interpersonal skills with different levels of students.
Post-offer health assessment required. Complete all agency requirements for clinical faculty compliance and credentialing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior teaching experience and experience in online learning strongly preferred.
NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit Associate Dean or Dean from assigning other work as required.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Entry Level Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level clinical nursing instructor job?
Employers at this level look for an active RN license, a bachelor's degree in nursing, and hands-on clinical experience in a relevant specialty. A teaching practicum, preceptorship, or adjunct faculty assignment strengthens your candidacy significantly. Highlighting any curriculum support, skills lab facilitation, or student mentorship on your resume shows hiring managers you can step into the instructional role from day one.
Which companies hire entry level clinical nursing instructors?
Companies hiring entry level clinical nursing instructors right now include University of Rochester, Hocking College, and HOOD COLLEGE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges, vocational nursing programs, hospital-based education departments, and regional healthcare systems tend to post the most openings at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level clinical nursing instructor jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of clinical instruction. About 0% of entry level clinical nursing instructor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically focus on didactic coursework, curriculum development, or simulation-based learning rather than direct bedside supervision.
Are these new grad clinical nursing instructor jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles suited to candidates who are early in their nursing career. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or preceptorship work in lieu of independent teaching history, or explicitly invites applicants with a strong clinical background and a desire to transition into education.
Which industries hire the most entry level clinical nursing instructors?
Entry Level clinical nursing instructor roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate accredited nursing programs, maintain simulation labs, or run continuing education departments that require instructors with current, specialized clinical expertise.