Adjunct Clinical Faculty, Nursing

Strayer University, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement benefit

Employee discounts

Job summary

Strayer University, LLC is seeking an adjunct Clinical Faculty member to supervise and educate pre-licensure LPN students in an online nursing program. Clinical instruction occurs in person at hospital sites, with didactic and student support conducted online.

The role includes on-site supervision, evaluating student performance, ensuring safe nursing practice, and collaboration with program leadership to maintain high-quality clinical experiences across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Active, unencumbered RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, on-site clinical supervision of pre-licensure LPN students at assigned hospital or healthcare facilities.
• Ensure safe, evidence-based nursing practice by students in accordance with course objectives, outcomes, and regulatory standards.
• Orient students to the clinical site, policies, procedures, and expectations for professional conduct.
• Supervise and evaluate students’ clinical skills, critical thinking, documentation, and patient care.
• Intervene to ensure patient safety and student learning.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator and LPN Program Director to ensure consistent clinical instruction across sites.

Skills

Clinical nursing practice

Online teaching

LMS platforms

Video conferencing

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

Learning management systems

Video conferencing tools

Job description

The adjunct Clinical Faculty member is responsible for supervising and educating pre licensure License Practical Nursing (LPN) students enrolled in an online nursing program during assigned clinical experiences in approved hospital and healthcare settings. In addition to clinical supervision, the faculty member supports student learning through online instruction, evaluation of clinical performance, and collaboration with program leadership and clinical partners. This is an adjunct, non tenure track faculty position. Clinical instruction occurs in person at hospital sites, with didactic and student support responsibilities conducted online.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct, on‑site clinical supervision of pre‑licensure LPN students at assigned hospital or healthcare facilities.
• Ensure safe, effective, and evidence‑based nursing practice by students in accordance with course objectives, program outcomes, and regulatory standards.
• Orient students to the clinical site, policies, procedures, and expectations for professional conduct.
• Supervise and evaluate students’ clinical skills, critical thinking, documentation, and patient care.
• Intervene appropriately to ensure patient safety and student learning.
• Work closely with the Clinical Coordinator and LPN Program Director in order to ensure consistent clinical instruction, student evaluation, regulatory compliance, and high‑quality clinical learning experiences across all clinical sites.

Job Skills

• Demonstrated competence in clinical nursing practices.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to use learning management systems and virtual meeting platforms.

Work Experience

• Prior experience teaching or supervising pre‑licensure nursing students in clinical settings.
• Experience with online or hybrid nursing education.
• Current clinical practice in a hospital or a comparable healthcare environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent clinical nursing experience in acute care or relevant clinical settings preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Active, unencumbered RN license.
• Will require an additional Washington DC license upon hire.

Other

• Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles, travel would not be common.
• Travel may involve planes, cars or metros.
• In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided.
• Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25–50%), senior leaders (10–20%) or Capella Core Faculty (5–10%).
• Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.
• If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor‑to‑floor using elevators or stairs.
• If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in settings which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in settings which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting; however, reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem‑solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co‑workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
• Compliance with all clinical site onboarding requirements, including background check, drug screening, immunizations, and health clearances.
• Maintenance of required licensure and certifications throughout employment.
• Completion of institutional faculty orientation and ongoing training.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Compensation

$45.00/hour is the expected starting pay for this position. This offer is based on current budgetary guidelines and additional factors outlined below. Strayer University Adjunct Faculty are compensated based on the number and type of course(s) that are taught in a given quarter. Currently, compensation for courses ranges from $2,300–$3,100.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Well‑being incentives.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off.
• Certain paid holidays.
• Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA).
• 401(k) retirement benefit.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Entertainment and retail discounts.

Employment Status and Working Hours

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30hours or more per week. Non‑exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable. Must be able to work more than 40hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.