Nursing Instructor Jobs in Illinois

Nursing Instructor jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, community college nursing programs, and hospital-affiliated simulation labs, with openings at every level from adjunct clinical instructor through tenured faculty. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford account for the largest share of postings, with major employers such as the University of Illinois Health, Advocate Health Care, and Loyola University Medical Center maintaining active instructor pipelines. Simulation education, obstetrics clinical instruction, and adult health nursing are among the most consistently sought specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerMidwest Technical Institute
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring13
Work type57% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
Rasmussen University
Aurora, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$38 - $60/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Adjunct Instructor of Nursing - (Continuous Post)
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Adjunct Instructor of Nursing - (Continuous Post)
SHAWNEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Ullin, Illinois
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
CPR Certification
201-500

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Instructor of Nursing
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Instructor of Nursing
SHAWNEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Ullin, Illinois
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree in nursing
201-500

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Basic Nursing Assistant Instructor
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Basic Nursing Assistant Instructor
Midwest Technical Institute
East Peoria, Illinois
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
$40k - $50k/yr
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Fundamental Skills Clinical Nursing Instructor
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Fundamental Skills Clinical Nursing Instructor
Chamberlain University
Tinley Park, Illinois
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Instructor Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
3 jobs
Springfield
3 jobs
Ullin
2 jobs
Tinley Park
2 jobs
Aurora
1 job
Mokena
1 job
Moline
1 job
Godfrey
1 job
Freeport
1 job

Nursing Instructor Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Midwest Technical Institute3 open roles
Rasmussen University2 open roles
Chamberlain University2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing instructor jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Master of Science in Nursing or higher degree required for most academic faculty positions
  • Minimum two years of recent clinical practice in the specialty area being taught
  • Experience with curriculum development, lesson planning, or clinical simulation design
  • Familiarity with accreditation standards set by ACEN or CCNE for nursing programs
  • Strong communication skills and ability to evaluate student performance in clinical settings

Nursing Instructor Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing instructor in Illinois?

You must hold an active Registered Nurse license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation before teaching in a state-approved nursing program. Most Illinois colleges and universities also require at least a Master of Science in Nursing for faculty roles, along with recent clinical experience in the subject area. Adjunct or clinical instructor positions at community colleges can be an entry point for RNs who are still completing graduate education.

How much do nursing instructors make in Illinois?

Nursing instructors in Illinois earn a median of about $79,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,690 for the lowest 10% to over $103,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursing instructors in Illinois?

Employers hiring nursing instructors in Illinois right now include Midwest Technical Institute, Rasmussen University, and Chamberlain University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense network of academic medical centers and community college districts means instructor openings appear across both healthcare systems and higher-education institutions throughout the state.

Which Illinois cities have the most nursing instructor jobs?

Chicago, Springfield, and Illinois have the most nursing instructor openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its concentration of research universities, academic medical centers, and community colleges, while Peoria and Rockford each anchor large regional health systems and two-year nursing programs that generate consistent faculty demand outside the metro area.

Are there remote nursing instructor jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 43% of nursing instructor openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role depends on supervising students in clinical or simulation settings. The portions most suited to remote delivery are didactic lecture courses, curriculum development work, and online theory sections within hybrid nursing programs.

How can I get hired as a nursing instructor in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing an adjunct clinical instructor role at an Illinois community college while working part-time as a staff RN, since many schools allow candidates to teach clinicals before completing a graduate degree. Large Illinois community college districts such as the City Colleges of Chicago and Illinois Central College regularly hire adjunct instructors. Building a portfolio of preceptorship experience and enrolling in an MSN program signals seriousness to hiring committees and strengthens any application.

Where can I find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and credentials, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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