Clinical Adjunct Instructor, BSN program

High Point University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

High Point University is seeking a part-time Adjunct Instructor for the Teresa Caine School of Nursing starting in spring semester 2025. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Adult Health/Medical Surgical Nursing and will provide clinical instruction and mentorship.

The position involves conducting simulation exercises, documenting student progress, and fostering a student-centered learning environment.

Contact Dr. Racquel Ingram for more information.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years clinical practice as an RN in a medical-surgical/adult health nursing practice area.
• Three years of clinical teaching experience in a higher educational program.
• Unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina (or eligible).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical practicum instruction.
• Conduct clinical learning simulation exercises.
• Document students’ progress.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Student-centered approach

Time-management skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing education

Tools

Simulation education

Job description

Position Overview

The Teresa Caine School of Nursing at High Point University invites applications for a part‑time (Adjunct Instructor) nursing faculty position starting in the spring semester of 2025. The Adjunct Instructor will have a strong teaching and clinical background in Adult Health/Medical Surgical Nursing and will utilize the nursing process to teach professional nursing skills in a clinical setting under the direction of the Founding Dean, the lead course faculty, and the clinical coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Clinical practicum instruction
• Clinical learning simulation exercises
• Documentation of students’ progress
• Adherence to the Teresa Caine School of Nursing guidelines and policies and those of the respective clinical agency
• Assist students with the integration of the nursing process, evidence‑based practices, best practices, interdisciplinary person‑centered care management, and evaluation for diverse adult populations

Essential Functions

• Clinical instruction using evidence‑based methodology
• Academic mentorship and modeling of professional nursing practice
• Assisting with nursing simulations
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum Master’s degree in nursing education or equivalent from an accredited institution. Educational preparation in teaching and learning principles for adult education.
• Experience: Three or more years of clinical practice as an RN in a medical‑surgical/adult health nursing practice area.
• Experience: Familiarity with simulation education (preferably in a medical‑surgical/adult health nursing practice area).
• Experience: Three or more years of teaching (clinical) in a higher educational program (preferably at the BSN level).
• Licensure: Unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina (or eligible).

Essential Knowledge

• Familiarity with North Carolina Board of Nursing’s Regulations and Standards.
• Clinical practice background in a medical‑surgical nursing/adult health practice area.
• Familiar with education principles and standards for professional nursing practice.
• Fosters the development and delivery of best practices, evidence‑based practices, and professional nursing practice with respect to technology and pedagogical principles.

Essential Skills

• Familiarity with simulation education.
• Three or more years of clinical nursing practice experience in an adult health/med‑surg environment.
• CPR certified.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, collaborative, team‑building, and communication skills (written and oral).
• Student‑centered.
• Demonstrated commitment in all settings.
• Ability to work as a team; good time‑management skills; good interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Communicate effectively orally, in writing and through technology.
• Follow instructions as well as take initiative.
• Adapt to change in a progressive environment of constant change.
• Embrace working in an interdisciplinary atmosphere.
• Attend campus for orientation and clinical practicum sites for in‑person instruction.

Additional Information

For more information regarding this position, please contact Dr.Racquel Ingram, Founding Dean, Teresa Caine School of Nursing at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply.