Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs in New York
Clinical Nursing Instructor jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in academic medical centers, nursing schools, and hospital-based training programs, with openings at every level from new instructor through program director. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where institutions like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and SUNY are long-established employers of clinical nursing instructors. Simulation education, critical care instruction, and graduate-level clinical teaching are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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.
This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit Associate Dean or Dean from assigning other work as required.
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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.
Time-as-reported (TAR)
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.
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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The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nursing instructor jobs across New York.
- Active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, Master of Science in Nursing strongly preferred
- Minimum two years of direct clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty
- Prior teaching, precepting, or clinical supervision experience in an academic or hospital setting
- Familiarity with curriculum development, accreditation standards, and clinical evaluation tools
- Basic Life Support certification and relevant specialty certification such as CCRN or CEN preferred
Clinical Nursing Instructor Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical nursing instructor in New York?
To work as a clinical nursing instructor in New York, you need an active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions, typically alongside a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at minimum. Most academic and hospital-based programs require a Master of Science in Nursing for lead instructor roles. Relevant clinical experience in your specialty and documented teaching or precepting experience strengthen your candidacy significantly.
How much do clinical nursing instructors make in New York?
Clinical nursing instructors in New York earn a median of about $82,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,840 for the lowest 10% to over $145,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical nursing instructors in New York?
Employers hiring clinical nursing instructors in New York right now include University of Rochester, Niagara County Community College, and Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's density of academic medical centers, SUNY and CUNY nursing programs, and large integrated health systems means consistent year-round instructor demand across the state.
Which New York cities have the most clinical nursing instructor jobs?
The cities with the most clinical nursing instructor openings in New York are Rochester, Sanborn, and Auburn. New York City dominates due to its concentration of academic medical centers, nursing colleges, and major health systems, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through regional hospital networks and SUNY-affiliated nursing programs.
How can I get hired as a clinical nursing instructor in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a strong clinical background into a part-time or adjunct clinical faculty role at a community college or hospital-based nursing program, which many New York institutions use as a proving ground before full-time hiring. CUNY and SUNY campuses across the state regularly hire adjunct clinical instructors for skills labs and rotation supervision. Building experience as a nurse preceptor within a Northwell Health or NewYork-Presbyterian residency program, then expressing interest in formal instruction, is another well-worn route.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nursing instructor jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to clinical nursing instructor jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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