Advanced Med-Surg Clinical Nursing Instructor

Chamberlain University; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 12,499 - 80,854; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursing education institution seeks a Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty member to mentor BSN students in clinical settings in Illinois. The role requires a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, an active RN license in Illinois, and at least two years of nursing experience. The successful candidate will bridge theoretical knowledge with practical patient care, evaluate students, and ensure compliance with clinical standards. This position is flexible, based on clinical needs, offering competitive compensation per assignment.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Unencumbered professional RN nursing license in Illinois.
• Active BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• At least two years of professional experience in nursing within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Implement the college’s philosophy and curriculum through clinical teaching.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on student performance.
• Guide nursing students in clinical settings, ensuring supervision and safety.

Skills

Clinical experience

Nursing skills

Teaching ability

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Unencumbered professional RN nursing license

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

About Chamberlain

Chamberlain is the largest nursing school in the country and has more than 135 years of history in health‑care education. We are committed to delivering a high‑value education that prepares students to thrive as health‑care professionals. Our commitment is called Chamberlain Care®, which embodies our dedication to providing students with the tools and resources to succeed while immersed in a community of care. By living Chamberlain Care®, we graduate professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain University offers a three‑year Bachelor of Science in Nursing, flexible post‑licensure programs such as the RN to BSN option, a Master of Science in Nursing, a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, and graduate certificates through the College of Nursing. The College of Health Professions offers Master’s programs in Public Health, Social Work, and Physician Assistant Studies. We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Learn more at www.chamberlain.edu and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Job Description

Chamberlain College of Nursing seeks a Part‑Time Clinical Nursing Faculty member interested in teaching with our BSN Nursing program. You will mentor BSN students in person at an inpatient clinical setting in the Springfield or Peoria, Illinois areas. You’ll be making connections between what our students learn in the classroom and during simulations, with the real‑world applications in patient care they experience on site. By bridging this gap, we can ensure that our students are not only well‑prepared for their roles as health‑care professionals but also confident in their ability to provide high‑quality care to their patients.

No teaching experience is required; nurses with solid clinical experience and a completed MSN are encouraged to apply.

Scheduling

• Schedule is determined based on the course need and the clinical specialty.
• Typically, clinical instructors are scheduled for 3 to 4 12‑hour shifts weekly, for 2 weeks out of every 8‑week session.
• This is a part‑time position, and the commitment is on a course‑by‑course basis.

Advanced Adult Health

Students will be demonstrating nursing skills and procedures in an inpatient healthcare center. This course is designed to expand the scope of nursing practice for senior nursing students.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Curriculum Implementation
  • Implement the College’s philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching and service.
  • Assume responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching loads.
  • Plan clinical experiences and provide direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students.
• Student Evaluation and Support
  • Develop and post written clinical assignments consistent with the student’s knowledge base, skill competency and individual learning needs.
  • Evaluate and provide documented feedback on performance to students based on course objectives.
  • Be available for remediation of students as required or needed.
  • Correct and return homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork and other written work in a timely manner.
• Clinical Coordination
  • Orient and maintain current knowledge related to clinical site policies, procedures and expectations with the assistance of the clinical site personnel.
  • Maintain visibility while staying available to staff and students at the clinical site.
• Program and College Development
  • Contribute to the ongoing development, implementation and evaluation of the programs and the College.
  • Participate in the implementation of the College Assessment Program, campus retention efforts and both departmental and campus policies.
  • May teach simulation/skills lab and/or didactic course content under supervision of the course coordinator.
• Professionalism and Collaboration
  • Serve as a professional role model for other faculty, staff and students.
  • Utilize relationship skills in situations requiring group problem‑solving, consensus building and win‑win negotiation.
  • Work with college administration, staff and other faculty members to improve the overall operation of the college and student satisfaction rates.
• Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
  • Comply with all applicable regulatory rules and standards.
  • Keep the course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.
  • Report to the dean or assistant dean, with direct oversight from a course coordinator.
• Handle related duties and perform other duties as assigned, comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• A master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university.
• An unencumbered professional RN nursing license in Illinois.
• Active BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• At least two years of professional experience within the last five years in the area of instruction as a registered nurse.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment.

Our Hiring Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation