Clinical Instructor – Troy, PA

Excelsior University; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,500; Part time

Job summary

Excelsior University is seeking part-time clinical instructors to support nursing education. You will deliver pre-developed course content, respond promptly to student needs, provide formative feedback, and supervise and evaluate students’ clinical experiences.

Role requires nursing expertise, ability to teach, and collaboration with instructional faculty to ensure student success and access to resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or BSN with active enrollment toward a master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing.
• Active, unencumbered NYS RN license.
• Minimum of 5 years of RN experience in varied clinical areas.
• Current clinical experience within an acute care hospital setting.
• Experience supervising nursing students and/or new graduate RNs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with educational technology, including video conferencing.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete onboarding and training requirements.
• Fulfill institutional policies and clinical handbook.
• Work 2 non-consecutive weekends over an 8-week term (Fri orientation 2h; Sat/Sun 12.5h).
• Grade clinical assignments by rubrics and due dates.
• Remain present for entire clinical day.
• Plan/coordinate patient assignments aligned with objectives.
• Demonstrate nursing skills and related technology.
• Familiarize with clinical units and complete required training.
• Participate in pre- and post-clinical activities in Canvas LMS.
• Conduct synchronous Zoom sessions with students.
• Provide evidence-based examples and feedback.
• Complete individual clinical evaluation rubrics timely.

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

BSN with active enrollment toward master/doctoral

Active NYS RN license

Tools

Video conferencing software

Job description

Part‑time clinical instructors report to the Department Chair and communicate with the instructional faculty overseeing the course/content area they are teaching. Excelsior University provides fully developed courses with materials and activities to allow the faculty to focus on the students. They should expect to provide prompt response to student needs, offer timely formative feedback on student work, and demonstrate their clinical expertise through selecting, supervising, and evaluating students' clinical experiences. In addition, Excelsior looks for our part‑time clinical instructors to demonstrate commitment to student success by supporting institutional engagement and retention initiatives, reaching out to struggling students and collaborating with instructional faculty and support staff to ensure students have access to all available resources that impact success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Successfully complete Excelsior University and clinical site‑specific onboarding and training requirements
• Fulfill all requirements and adhere to all institution policies identified in the Excelsior University Clinical Faculty Handbook.
• Work 2 non‑consecutive weekends at a clinical site during an 8‑week course term. The required work hours during a clinical weekend consist of Friday clinical orientation (2 hours) Saturday and Sunday clinical days (12.5 hours each, 6:30 am‑7:00 pm both days).
• Grade all clinical assignments using the included rubrics by the course‑specific due dates
• Remain present for the entire clinical day, adhering to the full duration of clinical hours indicated.
• Plan and coordinate patient assignments for each student in the clinical group, consistent with the course and clinical objectives.
• Demonstrate competency with nursing skills and associated technology (EHR, automated medication dispensing system, smart intravenous pumps, etc.)
• Demonstrate familiarity with assigned clinical unit(s), facility policies and procedures; complete all facility required training.
• Participate in pre‑ and post‑clinical activities with assigned students within Canvas LMS.
• Conduct synchronous Zoom sessions with students as indicated by the course.
• Exhibit content and skill‑based expertise when engaging with students; provide relevant evidence‑based professional examples pertinent to the topic.
• Provide students with individualized feedback summarizing strengths and areas in need of improvement.
• Complete individual clinical evaluation rubrics for each student in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in nursing required; or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with active enrollment in and progression toward a master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing. Candidates must possess the expertise necessary to support teaching, curriculum development, and program evaluation activities.
• Active, unencumbered NYS RN license.
• Minimum of 5 years of RN experience in varied clinical areas, caring for patients across the lifespan.
• Current clinical experience within an acute care hospital setting.
• Experience supervising nursing students and/or new graduate RNs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style.
• Experience with various modes of educational technology, including video conferencing software.
• Current BLS certification.

Compensation

Compensation for serving as a Clinical Instructor is $5,000.00. Payments are processed on a bi‑weekly payroll cycle beginning with the next feasible pay period after the close of late registration. All teaching fees are subject to federal, state, and/or local withholding taxes.

Application Information

If you have problems with online submission, please call 518‑738‑8043.

Excelsior University offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, retirement, and excellent health insurance. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three professional references. Please submit requested information by clicking the Apply Now button on this page.

Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic.