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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Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.
Position Summary
Concordia University is seeking part-time clinical adjunct faculty in Mequon, WI for pre-licensure courses in the DE-MSN program. The successful candidate will be a registered professional nurse with expertise and experience in OB/Ped's, Med-surg, or Community Health, who is responsible for supervising students in the clinical area. This contract is renewed on a semester-by-semester basis. This is an in-person, on-unit clinical instructor position and is not an online teaching position.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Adjunct faculty are expected to comply with all rules and regulations as outlined in the Concordia Adjunct Faculty Handbook. In addition, each faculty member has the following responsibilities:
Academic
- Attend all clinical coordination meetings as scheduled
- Develop or revise course syllabi, lesson plans and necessary handouts for assigned course, reflecting course objectives and program outcomes
- Evaluate and make recommendations regarding materials for potential use in the clinical course
- Use the Nursing Program grading policy when establishing grades
- Keep records of student performance and grades updated in the Canvas Learning Management System
- Other duties as assigned
Clinical
- Orient students to clinical setting
- Plan student assignments in the clinical setting
- Select and evaluate the method of student preparation for clinical assignments
- Evaluate students' written work and clinical performance using established rubrics
- Provide frequent and timely verbal and written feedback to students, including conducting mid-rotation and end-of-rotation conferences
- Work collaboratively with staff at assigned clinical facility
- Communicate regularly with the course coordinator about student progress
Professional Activity
- Update curriculum vitae annually
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Exhibits a willingness and ability to work with diverse individuals and organizations
- Familiar with the university campus life
- Able to present a Christian and professional manner
- Candidates should possess strong written and oral communications skills
- Membership with a Christian church
- Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Education & Experience
- Current licensure to practice professional nursing in Wisconsin
- Earned Master of Science in Nursing degree
- Minimum two years of experience as a staff nurse
- Current knowledge of clinical practice within the area of teaching responsibility
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.
The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.
Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 master's degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nursing Instructor Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Dorsey College14

- BAY COLLEGE3B
- Macomb Community College2

- Ross Medical Education Center1
- 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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