Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor (Tennessee)

Herzing University; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 8,370 - 25,110; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Tuition coverage for DNE program after 90 days

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking Clinical Instructors to bridge classroom learning with hands-on patient care across various locations in Tennessee. Applicants must hold a Master's or Bachelor's in Nursing, possess an active RN license, and experience in clinical settings is preferred. The role includes responsibilities such as clinical instruction, evaluation of student performance, and maintaining safety standards. This position includes flexible hours and participation in the 401(k) plan with tuition assistance after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for BSN program.
• Bachelor's degree required for PN program.
• Active RN license in the state of Tennessee.
• Experience in a lab, clinical, or simulation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical instruction and supervision.
• Evaluate student performance effectively.
• Act as liaison between academic and clinical sites.
• Maintain safety and professional standards.
• Document and communicate student progress.

Skills

Effective Communication

Pedagogical Mastery

Subject Matter Expertise

Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Operational Excellence

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

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.

The role of a clinical adjunct faculty on a site with pre‑licensure nursing students is essential to bridging classroom learning with hands‑on patient care. Key responsibilities include: Clinical Instruction and Supervision, Evaluation of Student Performance, Liaison Between Academic and Clinical Sites, Uphold Safety and Professional Standards, Documentation and Communication.

Adjunct Faculty are eligible to participate in the Herzing 401(k) plan with company match and excellent education assistance programs including eligibility for full tuition coverage when enrolling in our DNE program after 90 days of employment! (Subject to Program Terms and Conditions)

Requirements

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

Hours

• Hours will vary based on clinical facilities with the potential for 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts, and the possible availability for 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift, weekdays/weekends available

Compensation

For graduate nursing adjunct is $750 per didactic credit (approx. 15 hours), $1500 per lab credit (approx. 30 hours) and $2250 per clinical credit (approx. 45 hours).

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

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. https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity

Herzing University prohibits sex‑based discrimination in any education program or activity that 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.