Adjunct Clinical Teaching Assistant, Pre-Licensure Programs, College of Nursing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Xavier University invites qualified candidates to join a pool of potential adjunct faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year. This in-person, part-time, non-tenure-trackAdjunct Instructor position within the Xavier University College of Nursing offers opportunities to teach and engage students.

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis, with contracts issued semester-by-semester. Registered nurses with Ohio licensure and relevant clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Active RN Ohio licensure with numbers listed.
• Two years of employment in the course subject area.
• MSN degree required for MIDAS prelicensure program.
• Separate self-disclosed competency of basic nursing skills/procedures may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors in laboratory/clinical settings.
• Attend clinical agency orientations and follow guidelines.
• Model professional behavior and current nursing practice.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical nursing

Certification demonstrated

Education

BSN

MSN

Job description

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Adjunct Clinical Teaching Assistant, Pre-Licensure Programs,College of Nursing

Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates to join our poolof potential adjunct faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year. Thisposting is intended to collect applications for in-person,part-time, non-tenure-track position for an Adjunct Instructorwithin the Xavier University College of Nursing.

Candidates must be dedicated to graduate or undergraduate teachingand demonstrate excellence in their field. The successful candidatewill contribute to our commitment to excellence in teaching andstudent engagement.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, andcandidates may be contacted as teaching needs arise. Adjunctfaculty contracts are issued on a semester-by-semester basis,depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications (as evidenced on the resume):

• Active RN Ohio Licensure with number(s) clearly listed.
• Two years of employment in the course subject area.
• Preferred: 2 years of employment within the past 5 years (ex:med-surg, mental health, pediatrics, critical care, etc.)
• BSN Degree, MSN preferred (only applicable to positions in theBSN prelicensure program)
• must demonstrate current certifications, preceptor/orientingexperience, annual continuing education, list of graduate coursescompleted and expected graduation date(s).
• MSN Degree (required for positions in the MIDAS prelicensureprogram).
• A separate self-disclosed competency of basic nursing skillsand procedures may be required.

Duties include:

• Assist and work at the direction of a faculty member (coursecoordinator) providing instruction in the laboratory and/orclinical setting.
• Attend and follow the assigned clinical agency orientation andguidelines.
• Must be medically cleared and able to perform to Xavier andhospital(s) policies.
• Facilitate the student’s clinical experience to achieve theobjectives of the nursing course.
• Clarify with the faculty member (coursecoordinator/lead);
• the role of the teaching assistant in each course
• the responsibilities of the faculty member regarding finalgrades
• the course and clinical objectives
• the clinical experience evaluation tool(s)
• Demonstrate the ability to model professional behavior,communicate effectively, and utilize best practice (evidencedbased) guidelines in the clinical and/or laboratory setting thatreflects current nursing practice/standards.
• Follow Xavier University College of Nursing and the clinicalfacilities’ policies on protected health information.
• Model the mission, vision, and values of Xavier UniversityCollege of Nursing.
• Contribute to the evaluation of the student’s performance byproviding timely and constructive feedback to the faculty member(course coordinator/lead) and the student regarding the student'sachievement of established objectives, including grading ofassignments and completion of evaluation forms.
• Assist and instruct the student in collaborating with nursingand other healthcare professionals during the following:
  • Developing critical thinking and clinical judgment skills toprovide safe and effective nursing care.
  • Collecting pertinent data
  • Analyzing the data
  • Identifying expected patient outcomes
  • Developing a plan that describes strategies and alternatives toobtain expected outcomes.
  • Implementing the identified plan, including coordination ofcare delivery.

For additional information, please contact Amy Wilson, Nursing Clinical and Lab Manager, The College of Nursing, [e-mail].

Please note: This adjunct faculty pool will close on May30, 2027.

Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary andaffordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational,health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibilityvaries by position and employment class:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, visionand prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts,flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance,accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sickleave and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligibledependents.