Adjunct - Nursing - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University; Celina (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Wright State University is seeking an adjunct to teach nursing courses at the Lake Campus in Celina, Ohio, for Fall 2026 through Summer 2027. The position focuses on instruction across multiple NUR courses and requires a master’s degree in nursing and an unencumbered RN license in Ohio with current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities include delivering didactic, laboratory, and off-campus clinical instruction to BSN students, mentoring learners, and maintaining professional certifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing with clinical or teaching background.
• Unencumbered Ohio RN license; BCI/FBI background checks required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach BSN coursework and related clinical/lab sessions as assigned.
• Mentor students and support BSN curriculum delivery.

Skills

RN license

BLS/CPR

Teaching experience

Graduate hours taught

Background checks

Immunizations current

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Adjunct - Nursing - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Adjunct - Nursing - Lake Campus (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

Department Lake Campus Nursing

EEO number:

EEO number: 27A036

Position FTE

Part Time

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate

Salary Band:

Salary Band: FA ADJ

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To teach classes on an as‑needed basis in nursing discipline at the Lake Campus. This posting is for Fall 2026 through Summer 2027.
COURSES :

• Health Promotion & Assessment of Adults ( NUR 2100)
• Introduction to Clinical Nursing ( NUR 2400)
• Nursing Care of Individuals & Groups in Mental Health ( NUR 3420)
• Nursing Care of Adults ( NUR 3480)
• Foundations of Research & Evidence Based Practice ( NUR 3300)
• Nursing Care of Women & Childbearing Family ( NUR 3440)
• Nursing Care of Children ( NUR 3460)
• Critical Care Nursing Across the Lifespan ( NUR 4420)
• Public Health Nursing ( NUR 4440)
• Leadership & Management in Professional Nursing ( NUR 4460)

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Requirement for Faculty Teaching in Bachelor’s Degree Programs: Master’s degree in nursing discipline or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a practicing RN
• Must have an unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in State of Ohio. BCI & FBI background checks required of all applicants.
• BLS / CPR required.
• Immunizations must be current.
• Professional experience or academic qualifications covering subject matter taught.
• Applicant must possess an academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established. In terminal degree programs, adjunct faculty must possess the same level of degree.
• If teaching outside field of their advanced degree, adjuncts must have completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours of instruction in the field where they teach.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in college‑level teaching.
• Ability to organize and manage a group of nursing students to meet the course objectives and maximize student learning outcomes.
• Knowledgeable in course management software and classroom instruction to meet the academic needs of students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience providing direct patient care in a hospital, clinic, outpatient, community, or office setting.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

95% Instruction

• Teaching BSN program coursework as assigned. Course assignments could include day and/or evening hours. Course content delivery could include didactic, laboratory, and off‑campus clinical instruction.
• Utilizing sound teaching strategies to enhance student understanding of difficult concepts.
• Working with teams to provide and improve course implementation.
• Serving as a clinical role model in all interactions with BSN students.
• Facilitating a positive, collaborative learning environment for students including valuing diversity, integrity, accountability, ethics and professional behaviors.
• Maintaining appropriate professional certifications and licenses as applicable.
• Understanding and committing to the Wright State University College of Nursing & Health’s mission and conceptual framework.
• Actively mentoring and supporting students throughout the BSN curricula as assigned.

5% Perform additional duties as assigned.

Non‑Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Positions are part‑time, non‑tenure track. Hired on a semester as‑needed basis. The Lake Campus of Wright State University is located in Celina, Ohio.
Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco‑free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Posting Date

Posting Date 02/16/2026

First Consideration Date:

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid licensure as Registered Professional Nurse in State of Ohio?
  • Yes
  • No
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