Adjunct - Clinical Faculty

St. Elizabeth University; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 68,880 - 103,320; Part time

Job summary

St. Elizabeth University seeks a dedicated Adjunct Clinical Faculty for its Nursing Department in Morristown, NJ. The role involves direct supervision, instruction, and evaluation of nursing students in clinical settings, promoting safe and evidence-based patient care. Candidates should possess a Master of Science in Nursing, a current RN license, and at least three years of clinical nursing experience. The position offers a part-time schedule within a mission-driven institution focused on student success and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of three years recent clinical nursing experience in the relevant specialty area.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student success.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct nursing students in clinical settings across assigned healthcare agencies.
• Facilitate the integration of classroom knowledge into clinical practice.
• Evaluate student clinical performance and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

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Adjunct Clinical Faculty

Part Time – Morristown, NJ, US

We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered nursing professional committed to student success to join our Nursing Department as an Adjunct Clinical Faculty. Candidates should be comfortable working in a mission-based university environment and possess a passion for mentoring future nurses in clinical practice settings. The successful candidate will provide direct supervision, instruction, and evaluation of nursing students in clinical environments while promoting safe, evidence-based, and compassionate patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct nursing students in clinical settings across assigned healthcare agencies.
• Facilitate the integration of classroom knowledge into clinical practice.
• Evaluate student clinical performance and provide timely feedback.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, and adherence to ethical nursing standards.
• Collaborate with course coordinators and full-time faculty regarding student progress and course expectations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, attendance, and evaluation records.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, healthcare agency requirements, and state board regulations.
• Participate in faculty orientation and required training activities.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution preferred
• Current unencumbered New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of three years recent clinical nursing experience in the relevant specialty area.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to assigned clinical sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous clinical teaching or precepting experience.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and electronic documentation systems.
• Specialty certification in area of clinical expertise: Critical Care, Maternity, Mental Health, Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics

How to Apply

• Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
• Saint Elizabeth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Saint Elizabeth University is a designated minority serving undergraduate institution.

EEO/AA Statement

Saint Elizabeth University is committed to fostering a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging. Our collective success is driven by the open and respectful exchange of ideas—an exchange that is enriched by the diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We believe that this environment thrives when all individuals feel welcomed, safe, secure, and heard.

In support of this commitment, Saint Elizabeth University provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any information collected for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) or affirmative action reporting purposes will be used solely in compliance with applicable regulations. Providing this information is voluntary and will not affect an applicant’s opportunity for employment or the terms and conditions of employment.