Instructor of Nursing

Texas A&M University-Victoria; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Victoria seeks a full-time Instructor of Nursing to support the RN to BSN and Concurrent Enrollment Nursing programs at the Victoria Campus, with a January 2027 start date.

We invite experienced registered nurses and educators who hold an MSN or doctoral degree and an active Texas RN license (or eligibility) to apply. The role emphasizes teaching, mentoring, and curriculum collaboration across online and traditional formats.

Qualifications

• Must hold MSN or doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Active, unencumbered Texas RN license or eligibility prior to employment.
• Professional nursing experience and the ability to teach and mentor students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses in the RN to BSN and Concurrent Enrollment programs.
• Teach courses appropriate to the candidate's education and professional expertise.
• Support registered nurses completing the BSN degree and students pursuing ASN-to-BSN pathways.
• Provide effective academic mentoring and guidance to nursing students.
• Incorporate evidence-based practice, quality and safety, leadership, and clinical decision-making into instruction.
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, progression, and completion initiatives.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty, advisors, and college leadership to support student success.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community colleges and clinical partners.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or doctoral degree in nursing

Active Texas RN license or eligible to obtain Texas RN licensure

Job description

Job Description

Texas AandM University-Victoria seeks one full-time Instructor of Nursing to support the RN to BSN and Concurrent Enrollment Nursing programs, with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The position is located at the Victoria Campus.

Qualifications

The Nursing Program in the College of Education and Health Professions at Texas AandM University-Victoria invites applications for a full-time Instructor of Nursing. We seek an experienced registered nurse and educator committed to preparing professional nurses for leadership and practice in an evolving healthcare environment. Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a doctoral degree in nursing or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates must hold an active, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas or be eligible to obtain Texas RN licensure prior to employment. Candidates should demonstrate professional nursing experience and the ability to teach and mentor students from diverse clinical, educational, and professional backgrounds.

Successful Candidates Will

• Teach undergraduate nursing courses in the RN to BSN and Concurrent Enrollment programs in online, traditional, or other instructional formats as assigned;
• Teach courses appropriate to the candidate's education and professional expertise;
• Support registered nurses completing the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and students concurrently completing associate degree and BSN requirements;
• Provide effective academic support, mentoring, and guidance to nursing students;
• Incorporate evidence-based nursing practice, quality and safety principles, professional communication, leadership, and clinical decision-making into instruction;
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement;
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, progression, and completion initiatives;
• Collaborate with nursing faculty, academic advisors, and college leadership to support student success;
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community colleges, healthcare organizations, clinical partners, and other regional stakeholders;
• Participate in Nursing Program, College, and University committees and activities; and
• Contribute to the College and University's mission through assigned service.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate:

• An earned Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), PhD in Nursing, EdD, or other appropriate terminal degree;
• Previous teaching experience in a BSN, RN to BSN, Concurrent Enrollment, or other nursing education program;