Adjunct Registered Nursing Instructor

Southeast Arkansas College; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeast Arkansas College seeks an adjunct Registered Nursing Instructor to deliver classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical instruction for the ADN program in accordance with ASBN standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Arkansas RN license, a BSN for classroom teaching and an ADN for clinical labs, with at least two years of clinical nursing experience. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, NCLEX-RN prep, and student safety, with record-keeping and program involvement.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license in Arkansas or eligible compact/multistate licensure.
• BSN required for classroom/didactic instruction; ADN required for laboratory/clinical instruction.
• At least two years of clinical nursing experience at or above ADN level per ASBN.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse adult learners.
• Commitment to ASBN regulations and SEARK policies.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned nursing courses using approved curriculum and outcomes.
• Provide classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical instruction as assigned.
• Supervise and evaluate student performance and clinical competency.
• Incorporate clinical judgment, critical thinking, and NCLEX-RN preparation.
• Maintain attendance, grades, evaluations, and student records.
• Offer timely feedback, remediation, and academic support.
• Participate in faculty meetings and program activities; stay current on competency.
• Comply with licensure requirements, HIPAA, and safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Diversity & inclusion

Mentoring

Education

BSN

ADN

Job description

Job Description:The Adjunct Registered Nursing Instructor provides high-quality classroom, laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical instruction for SEARK's Registered Nursing/ADN Program in accordance with Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN) standards, applicable accreditation requirements, and SEARK College policies.Essential ResponsibilitiesTeach assigned nursing courses using approved curriculum, course outcomes, and instructional materials.Provide classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction as assigned.Supervise and evaluate student performance and clinical competency.Integrate clinical judgment, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, patient safety, prioritization, delegation, and NCLEX-RN preparation.Maintain accurate attendance, grades, clinical evaluations, and student records.Provide timely feedback, remediation, and academic support.Maintain current clinical and instructional competency.Participate in faculty meetings, orientation, professional development, and program activities as required.Comply with ASBN regulations, SEARK policies, clinical-agency requirements, HIPAA, and applicable safety standards.Minimum QualificationsCurrent, unencumbered RN license in Arkansas or eligible compact/multistate licensure.For classroom/didactic instruction: Minimum Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).For laboratory/clinical instruction: Minimum associate degree in nursing (ADN).At least two years of previous clinical nursing experience at or above the ADN program level, consistent with ASBN requirements.Demonstrated competency in assigned areas of instruction.Ability to effectively communicate with and support diverse adult learners.Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in Nursing or higher.Previous ADN/RN faculty experience.Experience with simulation, online/hybrid instruction, clinical judgment, and NCLEX-RN preparation.Current clinical practice in an area relevant to assigned courses.Community college teaching experience.Appointment is contingent upon verification of required licensure, education, clinical experience, background requirements, and SEARK employment requirements.Compliance: Faculty must provide and maintain current licensure and demonstrate continued instructional and clinical competency in assigned areas. Clinical faculty-to-student assignments will comply with ASBN requirements and SEARK policies.OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.Application Procedures: All candidates must apply online at https://www.seark.edu/careers. Click 'Start Application' to complete the online application. Interested individuals should submit a completed Southeast Arkansas College Employment Application. Please note: All transcripts, certifications, and other credentials should be uploaded with your Resume and Cover Letter. Paper documents will not be accepted.Required Applicant Documents:Cover LetterResumeCollege Transcripts (Please note: Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.)Certifications, licensures, or other credentials (Please note: Official copies will be required upon offer of employment.CPR CertificationNursing Licensure and any other certificationsAll drivers operating a state vehicle or private vehicle on State Business shall participate in the Arkansas State Vehicle Safety Program and must maintain a valid Arkansas driver's license in accordance with the requirements of all applicable Arkansas State Laws.