Adjunct Faculty - Graduate Nursing

South University Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

South University Savannah seeks a Nursing faculty member with a Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) in Nursing and FNP certification. The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level, strong communication skills, and a commitment to student success.

The role involves designing instruction, assessing outcomes, and contributing to campus events. The position emphasizes learning-centered teaching, professional development, and adherence to South University's values,

Qualifications

• Education: DNP or PhD in Nursing with FNP certification.
• Experience: 1–5 years in instruction or formalized education, preferably at a college level.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage time and deliver instruction.

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers class instruction through instructional plans to meet course competencies.
• Delivers learning-centered instruction and creates a conducive classroom environment.
• Maintains accurate records, submits grades and reports on time; enforces academic policies.
• Engages in curriculum/system task forces and supports campus events such as orientations and graduations.
• Relates professional experience to learning and stays updated on industry trends.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Student relationship building

Education

DNP or PhD in Nursing with FNP certification

Post-secondary teaching experience

FNP preferred

Job description

South University Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM | Expires Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 3:59 AM

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Position Summary

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life‑long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students, development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees, and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration mandates.

Essential Functions

The following duties are representative of the essential responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South University model of curricula as well as supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Designs and delivers class instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course competencies, to create activities which support lesson objectives, and to deliver the instruction as approved.
• Enables the achievement of pre-described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and establish student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Delivers learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies.
• Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings.
• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• DNP or PhD in Nursing with FNP certification required.

Experience:

• One to five years’ experience in the instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post‑secondary or college institution.
• Experience as a FNP is strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).
• Ability to hold required office hours and respond to student questions and administration within the required response time.
• Ability to complete the New Faculty Orientation and other assigned/required training (e.g., Code of Conduct) through South University. (For Online Positions Only)
• Willingness to work in an accelerated learning format, working online with students five of seven days per online week.
• Willingness to attend meetings as required by the respective department.

License/Certifications:

• Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.