Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing

Winston-Salem State University; East Winston (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina seeks a Clinical Associate Professor of Undergraduate Nursing to lead teaching in adult health nursing, theory and practicum, and to mentor students across diverse backgrounds.

The role emphasizes innovative teaching, use of technologies, service to the university and community, and collaboration across disciplines; responsibilities include curriculum development, advisement, and active engagement with study abroad, internships, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted NC RN license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing and one calendar year of teaching (hybrid/online) in a college or university setting.
• Ability to leverage various technologies that engage students in the learning process.
• Proficiency in NCLEX blueprint, statistical analysis, and instructional reinforcement to achieve learning outcomes.
• Clinical expert with effective communication and assessment skills.
• Evidence of mentoring and supporting undergraduate students in study abroad, internships, or service-learning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate learning activities, develop course content, and assist students in adult health nursing theory and practicum.
• Teach a minimum of 12 semester hours in classroom and clinical areas.
• Participate in program planning, curriculum development, advisement, and student-centered learning.
• Perform duties assigned by the Director of Nursing or BSN Program.
• Engage in interprofessional collaboration and department/university activities.
• Teach graduate and/or professional courses; communicate with students as progress is monitored.

Skills

Technology-enabled teaching

Interprofessional collaboration

Mentoring undergraduates

Clinical nursing expertise

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Tools

NCLEX blueprint proficiency

Statistical analysis basics

Educational technology tools

Job description

Clinical Associate Professor, Undergraduate Nursing

Position Classification Title: Clinical Associate Professor

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Appointment Length: 12 Months

Position Number: 000296

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: No

Normal Work Schedule: Varies

Department Required Skills: The Division of Nursing seeks exceptional candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching nursing theory and clinical practice to undergraduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the ability to leverage various technologies to engage students in the learning process. The successful candidate will mentor, support, and engage undergraduates in study abroad, practicum, residency, and community service-learning opportunities, where they will apply their content knowledge to benefit the larger community. Preferred candidates must demonstrate the ability to participate in interdisciplinary teaching and collaborative learning with the broader constituencies. Candidates must also show commitment to liberal education and the social determinants of health, particularly in urban and rural communities. The successful candidate must exemplify commitment to ongoing professional growth and development and actively participate in interprofessional organizations and conferences.

The following qualifications and skills are required for this position:

• Candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Candidates must hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina or have eligibility to obtain a North Carolina Registered Nurse license.
• Must have a minimum of two years of clinical nursing and one calendar year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or online, in a college or university setting.
• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to leverage various technologies that engage students in the learning process.
• Candidates must be proficient in test construction using the NCLEX blueprint, statistical analysis, and instructional reinforcement to achieve learning outcomes.
• The successful candidate must be a clinical expert and possess effective communication and assessment skills.
• Must provide evidence of the ability to mentor and support undergraduate students in or engage students in study abroad, internship opportunities, or community service learning.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Preferred candidates must:

• Have a master’s degree in nursing.
• Hold a current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in North Carolina or be eligible to obtain one.
• Have at least 3 years of clinical nursing experience and at least 1 year of teaching experience, including hybrid and/or online, in a college or university setting.

Candidates must hold a current unrestricted North Carolina Registered Nurse license or be eligible to obtain one.

Valid US Driver's License: Yes

Commercial Driver's License: No

Physical Required: No

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency:

General responsibilities include coordination of learning activities, development of course content, and assisting students in teaching/learning activities related to adult health nursing, including theory and practicum. Specific responsibilities include teaching a minimum of 12 semester hours in the classroom and clinical areas in content related to adult health nursing. Participating in program planning and curriculum development, academic advisement and counseling of students, and helping to create a student-centered environment, developing new and innovative teaching methods, participating in department, division, and university activities. Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Chair of the BSN Program.

The faculty in the Division of Nursing seeks a committed and engaged faculty member who will perform specific duties at a high level. These duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Teaching and Advising

The successful candidate will:

• Teach graduate and/or professional nursing courses either face-to-face, hybrid, or online, and must communicate with students as s/he monitors student progress for student success.
• Have general teaching responsibilities include both didactic and clinical/lab instruction, teaching curriculum content related to the family nurse practitioner specialty or nursing education/leadership at the graduate and doctoral levels.
• Develop detailed course syllabi before the first class, teach each class section as assigned, create and present relevant course activities, assess assignments by providing written and/or oral feedback in a timely manner, and evaluate student performance.
• Hold office hours each week consistent with university requirements, meet with the course coordinator, program director, and chairperson regularly and as requested, and attend departmental, school, and university meetings as appropriate.
• Advise and mentor graduate and professional students regarding academic matters and help foster a student-centered learning environment.

University, Professional, and Community Service and Engagement

• Meet with the course coordinator, area coordinator, and chairperson regularly and as requested Attend consistently departmental and College meetings.
• Serve on departmental-level committees.
• Serve on School and university-level committees.
• Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations.
• Serve on community-oriented committees, boards, and commissions related to Nursing or healthcare.

Percentage Of Time: 100

Internal Posting Only: No

Position Type: Faculty

Time Limited Position: No

12 Months

Salary: Commensurate upon Education and Experience

Open Date: 10/20/2026

Close Date: 11/03/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Winston-Salem State University
601 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27110