Nursing Instructor Jobs in Michigan

Nursing Instructor jobs in Michigan are consistently in demand, concentrated across community colleges, university nursing programs, and hospital-based clinical education departments, with openings ranging from adjunct clinical faculty to full-time tenured positions. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, where institutions like Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Michigan State University maintain active education and training operations. The most sought-after specialties include medical-surgical instruction, simulation lab coordination, and critical care clinical education. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerDorsey College
Top citySaginaw, MI
Cities hiring11
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialBachelor of Science in Nursing

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Concordia University Ann Arbor
Adjunct Faculty: Nursing Pre-licensure DE-MSN Clinical Instructor
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Concordia University Ann Arbor
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Adjunct Faculty: Nursing Pre-licensure DE-MSN Clinical Instructor
Concordia University Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Hybrid
Master's degree in nursing
51-200

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Dorsey College
Practical Nursing Instructor
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Practical Nursing Instructor
Dorsey College
Woodhaven, Michigan
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management

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Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Clinical Nursing Instructor (RN) Part-Time - Detroit Metro
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Clinical Nursing Instructor (RN) Part-Time - Detroit Metro
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Troy, Michigan
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$40 - $46/hr
Master's degree in nursing
501-1,000

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Ross Medical Education Center
RN(BSN) Clinical Nursing Instructor
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RN(BSN) Clinical Nursing Instructor
Ross Medical Education Center
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
501-1,000

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Macomb Community College
Adjunct Instructor-Nursing/Childhood Family Nursing
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Adjunct Instructor-Nursing/Childhood Family Nursing
Macomb Community College
Clinton Township, Michigan
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
$969 - $1,180.35/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Instructor Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Saginaw
5 jobs
Woodhaven
5 jobs
Wayne
2 jobs
Madison Heights
2 jobs
Clinton Township
2 jobs
Troy
1 job
Escanaba
1 job
Ann Arbor
1 job
Marquette
1 job

Nursing Instructor Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

  • Dorsey College
    Dorsey College14
  • B
    BAY COLLEGE3
  • Macomb Community College
    Macomb Community College2
  • Ross Medical Education Center
    Ross Medical Education Center1
  • Concordia University Ann Arbor
    Concordia University Ann Arbor1

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • Active Michigan Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Nursing
  • Master of Science in Nursing or higher degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum two years of recent clinical practice in a relevant nursing specialty
  • Prior teaching, precepting, or clinical instruction experience in an academic or hospital setting
  • Proficiency with nursing simulation equipment and evidence-based curriculum design
  • Current Basic Life Support certification and familiarity with NCLEX preparation strategies

Nursing Instructor Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing instructor in Michigan?

To become a nursing instructor in Michigan, you need an active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Michigan Board of Nursing and, for most college or university positions, a Master of Science in Nursing or higher. Community colleges may accept a bachelor's degree combined with substantial clinical experience for adjunct or clinical faculty roles. Hospital-based educator positions typically prioritize specialty certification and demonstrated precepting experience over graduate credentials.

How much do nursing instructors make in Michigan?

Nursing instructors in Michigan earn a median of about $78,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,400 for the lowest 10% to over $124,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursing instructors in Michigan?

Employers hiring nursing instructors in Michigan right now include Dorsey College, BAY COLLEGE, and Macomb Community College, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's combination of large integrated health systems, public universities, and community college networks creates a steady pipeline of both clinical educator and academic faculty openings throughout the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most nursing instructor jobs?

Saginaw, Woodhaven, and Wayne account for the most nursing instructor openings in Michigan. Detroit's concentration of major health systems and Wayne State University drives the largest share, while Grand Rapids benefits from Spectrum Health's clinical education infrastructure and Lansing draws demand from Michigan State University's nursing programs and the surrounding mid-Michigan hospital network.

Are there remote nursing instructor jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of nursing instructor openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on clinical instruction is by nature. The portions of the role most suited to remote delivery are online didactic coursework, curriculum development, and simulation debriefing sessions rather than direct patient-care instruction.

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

The most realistic entry path is adjunct clinical faculty, where Michigan community colleges such as Washtenaw Community College and Lansing Community College regularly bring on registered nurses with strong bedside experience to supervise students in clinical rotations even without formal teaching history. Lateral moves from preceptor, charge nurse, or staff development coordinator roles are common entry points. Completing a graduate-level nursing education certificate and obtaining a specialty credential like CCRN or CEN meaningfully strengthens a first application.

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

You can find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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