Nursing Instructor Jobs in Minnesota
Nursing Instructor jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where institutions like the University of Minnesota, Mayo Clinic Health System, and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) maintain active faculty pipelines. Demand is strongest for instructors specializing in simulation-based learning, clinical skills lab instruction, and gerontological nursing, reflecting the state's aging population and hospital-affiliated training programs. Openings range from adjunct clinical faculty to full-time tenure-track positions at two-year and four-year programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Mental Health Nursing Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)
Rasmussen University
Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Nursing program at our Mankato campus.
Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of nurses. Our nursing courses provide the knowledge, clinical skills, and nursing values critical for students to be successful in this field.
No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching lecture, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned. These courses may be on campus or at off-site clinical partner locations.
- Usage of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning for a diverse student population.
- Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.
Compensation, Benefits & Schedule:
- Part-Time flexible campus and clinical-based scheduling which generally consists of 10-15 hours per week/course
- Competitive hourly rates based on course types and schedule. Details are outlined clearly as you move forward in the hiring process a schedule is confirmed
- Rasmussen’s generous continuing education benefits, employee stock purchase plan and 401K plan are available for part-time employee participation
Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in Nursing
- Documented experience in Mental Health roles
- Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate
- 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred
- Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered
- Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution
- Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required
Benefits & Compensation:
Rasmussen University offers a robust total rewards program that includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. These offerings are meant to support your well-being, offer recognition opportunities and provide personal and career growth resources and support.
Our defined compensation structure is market competitive and is built to reward performance. Our Residential Part-Time (Adjunct) Nursing Instructor roles have individual assignment responsibilities that may vary from classroom instruction, simulation and skills labs, as well as off-site clinicals. A reasonable estimate of the current range for these roles based on duties is between $38.00 to $60.00 per hour. We take a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including but not limited to: job and level hired into, location, skill set; experience and training; peer compensation and other business and organizational needs. This range is subject to change.
Pay is just one component of our total rewards package. Our part-time employees are eligible for our 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching, paid sick leave, a robust learning management system and individual development planning. We also offer continuing education benefits for part-time employees comprised of a tuition reduction on courses taken within our family of brands. We are committed to supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
About Us:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org (http://www.hlcommission.org)), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu (http://www.rasmussen.edu).
It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Mental Health Nursing Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)
Rasmussen University
Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Nursing program at our Mankato campus.
Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of nurses. Our nursing courses provide the knowledge, clinical skills, and nursing values critical for students to be successful in this field.
No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teaching lecture, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned. These courses may be on campus or at off-site clinical partner locations.
- Usage of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning for a diverse student population.
- Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.
Compensation, Benefits & Schedule:
- Part-Time flexible campus and clinical-based scheduling which generally consists of 10-15 hours per week/course
- Competitive hourly rates based on course types and schedule. Details are outlined clearly as you move forward in the hiring process a schedule is confirmed
- Rasmussen’s generous continuing education benefits, employee stock purchase plan and 401K plan are available for part-time employee participation
Requirements:
- A Master’s degree in Nursing
- Documented experience in Mental Health roles
- Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate
- 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred
- Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered
- Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution
- Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required
Benefits & Compensation:
Rasmussen University offers a robust total rewards program that includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. These offerings are meant to support your well-being, offer recognition opportunities and provide personal and career growth resources and support.
Our defined compensation structure is market competitive and is built to reward performance. Our Residential Part-Time (Adjunct) Nursing Instructor roles have individual assignment responsibilities that may vary from classroom instruction, simulation and skills labs, as well as off-site clinicals. A reasonable estimate of the current range for these roles based on duties is between $38.00 to $60.00 per hour. We take a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including but not limited to: job and level hired into, location, skill set; experience and training; peer compensation and other business and organizational needs. This range is subject to change.
Pay is just one component of our total rewards package. Our part-time employees are eligible for our 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching, paid sick leave, a robust learning management system and individual development planning. We also offer continuing education benefits for part-time employees comprised of a tuition reduction on courses taken within our family of brands. We are committed to supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
About Us:
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org (http://www.hlcommission.org)), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu (http://www.rasmussen.edu).
It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing instructor jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota RN license issued or recognized by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing or higher degree required for most faculty positions
- Minimum two years of recent direct clinical practice in a nursing specialty
- Prior teaching or clinical preceptorship experience in an accredited nursing program
- Familiarity with NCLEX preparation, curriculum design, and simulation lab instruction
- Current Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
Nursing Instructor Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing instructor in Minnesota?
To become a nursing instructor in Minnesota, you need an active RN license in good standing with the Minnesota Board of Nursing and, for most programs, a Master of Science in Nursing or higher. Community and technical colleges in the MnSCU system often hire instructors with a BSN and substantial clinical experience for adjunct roles while the applicant completes graduate education. Full-time faculty positions at four-year universities and hospital-based programs typically require a graduate degree and recent clinical practice.
How much do nursing instructors make in Minnesota?
Nursing instructors in Minnesota earn a median of about $81,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,760 for the lowest 10% to over $123,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nursing instructors in Minnesota?
Employers hiring nursing instructors in Minnesota right now include Monarch Healthcare Management, Rasmussen University, and Minnesota State, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's large academic medical centers, MnSCU community colleges, and health system-affiliated simulation centers are among the most consistent sources of ongoing faculty openings across the state.
Which Minnesota cities have the most nursing instructor jobs?
The cities with the most nursing instructor openings in Minnesota are Saint Cloud, Eagan, and Duluth. The Twin Cities metro drives the highest volume, anchored by the University of Minnesota, Hennepin Healthcare, and a dense network of community college campuses, while Rochester's concentration around Mayo Clinic Health System and Duluth's regional medical education partnerships account for consistent openings outside the metro.
Are there remote nursing instructor jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of nursing instructor openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical training component that most programs require on site. The parts of the role most suited to remote work are didactic lecture delivery, curriculum development, and online course instruction, while simulation labs and clinical supervision remain in-person.
How can I get hired as a nursing instructor in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an adjunct or part-time clinical instructor role at a MnSCU community or technical college, which often requires only a BSN and active Minnesota RN license rather than a graduate degree. Candidates can build toward full-time faculty positions by starting as a clinical preceptor or staff educator at a large health system like Fairview or M Health Fairview, then transitioning into formal teaching. Enrolling in an MSN program while working clinically strengthens your application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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