Adjunct Instructors in Nursing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking Adjunct Instructors in Nursing at the University of Dubuque. This role involves providing instruction and clinical supervision in medical-surgical or psychiatric-mental health settings. Ideal candidates will have a BSN (MSN preferred), a valid Iowa Nursing license, and experience in clinical education. Responsibilities include assessing student learning, offering feedback, and participating in faculty meetings. This position supports the mission and values of the university while fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching, precepting, or mentoring students in a clinical or academic setting.
• Knowledge of the university's philosophy, mission and core values.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical instructor in medical-surgical or psychiatric-mental health clinical settings.
• Instruct face-to-face in medical-surgical or psychiatric-mental health courses.
• Assess student learning through various methods.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to foster a positive learning environment

Adaptability to technological changes

Education

BSN required; MSN preferred

Iowa Nursing license

Job description

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University thatis seeking Adjunct Instructors in Nursing.

Position Summary

The Adjunct Nursing Faculty member provides face-to-face instruction and clinical supervision for students in medical-surgical or psychiatric‑mental health settings, depending on qualifications. This role includes evaluating student performance, ensuring safe clinical practice, and using program-approved educational platforms to assess learning. The faculty member supports student growth through timely feedback, contributes to an inclusive learning environment, and participates in required training and meetings while upholding the mission and values of the University.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical instructor in medical-surgical or psychiatric-mental health clinical settings
• Instruct face-to-face in medical-surgical or psychiatric-mental health courses, depending on applicant qualifications
• Assess student learning through written assessments, case studies, assignments, and exams utilizing program specified educational platforms
• Supervise, instruct, and evaluate students in clinical settings to ensure safe and effective practice
• Offer constructive, timely feedback to support student learning and professional growth
• Participate in required orientations, training, and adjunct faculty meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission

Position Skills and Abilities

• Adapt to changes in the educational landscape, such as new technologies and educational standards
• Ability to foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for medical education
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with faculty, staff, and clinical partners
• Maintain professional and collegial behavior

Minimum Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN preferred
• Current unencumbered Iowa Nursing license
• Experience teaching, precepting, or mentoring students in a clinical or academic setting
• Knowledge of, and commitment to, the university's philosophy, mission and core values

Affirmation Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.