Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor (Tennessee)

Herzing University; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 8,400 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance including full tuition coverage

Job summary

Herzing University is seeking a Clinical Instructor (Adjunct) for Tennessee to supervise nursing students across various clinical sites. The role includes evaluating student performance and ensuring adherence to professional standards.

Qualifications include a Master of Science in Nursing for BSN and an active RN license in Tennessee. This adjunct position offers flexible hours, competitive compensation based on credit and experience, and eligibility for the Herzing 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing required for the BSN program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required for the PN program.
• Active and unencumbered RN license in Tennessee is mandatory.
• Experience educating nurses in a lab, clinical, or simulation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical instruction and supervision to nursing students.
• Evaluate student performance in clinical settings.
• Act as liaison between academic and clinical sites.
• Uphold safety and professional standards in practice.
• Document and communicate student progress effectively.

Skills

Clinical Instruction

Evaluation of Student Performance

Effective Communication

Pedagogical Mastery

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Clinical Instructor (Adjunct) – Tennessee

This is an ongoing job posting for clinical instructor positions available across various clinical sites within the state of Tennessee. Opportunities are open for current and future semesters, with applications accepted on a rolling basis. Areas of focus include Mental Health, Pediatrics, OB, and Medical Surgical.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Instruction and Supervision
• Evaluation of Student Performance
• Liaison Between Academic and Clinical Sites
• Uphold Safety and Professional Standards
• Documentation and Communication

Primary Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expertise
• Effective Communication
• Pedagogical Mastery
• Operational Excellence
• Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning
• Continuous Improvement

Hours

Hours will vary based on clinical facilities, with potential for 8, 10, or 12 hour shifts and availability for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift. Weekdays and weekends are available.

Compensation

Graduate nursing adjunct rates: $750 per didactic credit (about 15 hours), $1500 per lab credit (about 30 hours), and $2250 per clinical credit (about 45 hours).

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing required for the BSN program
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required for the PN program
• Active and unencumbered RN license in the state of TN
• Experience educating nurses in a lab, clinical, or simulation setting preferred

Benefits

Eligible for the Herzing 401(k) plan with company match and education assistance, including full tuition coverage when enrolling in our DNE program after 90 days of employment (subject to program terms and conditions). Summer term hires are eligible for a sign on bonus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Herzing University prohibits sex‑based discrimination in any education program or activity it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.