Faculty, Nursing

Palm Beach State College; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition fee waiver at PBSC

Tuition reimbursement

Educational leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a tenure-track nursing faculty member to teach and develop course content across the nursing curriculum. The role requires a Master’s degree in Nursing, FL RN licensure, and current CPR BLS certification.

You will work daytime, evening, and weekend hours across multiple campuses, with faculty duties including service on committees and program evaluation. Strong technological aptitude for classroom pedagogy and a commitment to inclusive practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Florida RN license and nursing degree.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing courses to college students according to curriculum.
• Maintain office hours and engage in committee work and college activities.
• Ensure course content aligns with accreditation and program goals.

Skills

Flexibility

Classroom technology use

Cultural competency

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

18 graduate semester hours in Nursing

RN licensure in Florida

CPR BLS (American Heart Association)

Job description

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, participates in program evaluation, college activities and serves on committees. Maintains college and department standards in support of the College's mission and strategic plan. As a 168-day, tenure-track faculty member, you will be on track for a continuing contract. Faculty teach 45 points, maintain office hours, and college business hours that may include, but not limited to, serving on committees and work teams, meetings, and special projects. Palm Beach State’s tenure-track professors must successfully complete a five-year continuing contract earning process for continued employment. Teaching assignment hours vary. Applications without attached copies of official transcripts or non-web based unofficial transcripts will not be considered. Transcripts for Full time Faculty positions must either be an official copy or a college-stamped student copy or a non-web based unofficial transcript, scanned into an electronic format and attached to their application. Transcripts produced through web-based student systems will not be accepted.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master’s degree in Nursing, OR master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Nursing.
• Current State of Florida licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Current 2-year certification for CPR BLS through the American Heart Association.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekend, and on multiple campuses if needed.
• Occupational and teaching experience recognized.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom; must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.
• Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.
• Must demonstrate cultural competency to engage and work with a diverse student and employee population.

For positions that require a college degree, Palm Beach State only recognizes degrees confirmed from institutions that are accredited by an institutional accrediting organization. To view a listing of the institutional accrediting organizations, please visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Degrees from outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). An evaluation report from an accrediting organization must be attached prior to the application closing date of each position. To view a listing of the current members of (NACES), please visit https://www.naces.org/members.

This position is designated to support instructional needs during daytime, evenings, and weekend hours. Schedule assignments are determined based on student enrollment, program requirements, and institutional needs.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $50,500.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience. This position is open until filled with a first initial review on October 23, 2026.

Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled.

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer

Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record. Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

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