Lecturer, Nursing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time Lecturer in nursing at Aurora University for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role involves providing high-quality instruction across various nursing programs and requires a Master of Science in Nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license in Illinois, and teaching experience.

The successful candidate will collaborate within a diverse departmental environment and engage in effective teaching practices. This position supports the university's mission of empowering students towards professional success.

Qualifications

• Earned Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Unencumbered RN license from Illinois.
• Experience in nursing teaching in various areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Nursing.
• Participate in departmental collaboration.
• Fulfill all assigned duties, including teaching 24 semester hours.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness in nursing education

Commitment to inclusive environments

Effective communication skills

Mentoring experience

Item writing experience

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctorate (DNP, EdD, PhD) preferred

Job description

Position Purpose:

The School of Nursing at Aurora University invites applications for a full‑time Lecturer of nursing for the 2026‑2027 academic year. The candidate will provide high‑quality instruction to undergraduate and pre‑licensure, direct‑entry graduate nursing students, and/or Doctor of Nursing Practice students in the classroom, clinical, laboratory, hybrid, and online settings. The candidate will possess experience and knowledge in nursing education best practices and will hold an unencumbered RN license in the State of Illinois. This position is a 9‑month academic appointment beginning August 24, 2026.

Core Competencies:

1. Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University.
2. Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching‑centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and examined lives. Our singular goal is to empower our students to achieve lasting personal and professional success.
3. Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business.
4. Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned, including voluntary participation in university committees, activities, and events.

Essential Job Functions:

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate, pre‑licensure, direct‑entry graduate, and/or graduate courses within the School of Nursing. The successful candidate will also work well in a highly collaborative departmental environment. The lecturer’s appointment will be assigned to teach 24 semester hours for the academic year. The lecturer will perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Requirements:

Education

• Must have an earned Master of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited graduate nursing program and possess an unencumbered RN license from the State of Illinois.
• An earned doctorate (DNP, EdD, PhD) and CNE certification is preferred.

Experience

• Recent nursing teaching experience (classroom, clinical, simulation laboratory, leadership, research and online) in one or more of the following specialty areas: fundamentals, medical/surgical, critical care, and community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CCNE accreditation, AACN Essential Competencies, and NCLEX‑RN requirements preferred.

Skills

• Current teaching effectiveness in nursing education.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive, nurturing, inclusive and diverse working and learning environment.
• Established effective written, oral communication, and/or presentation skills.
• Has a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Successful experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate nursing students.
• Item writing experience.

Physical Requirements

Ability to interact with individuals, either in person or via technology. Ability to be physically present in class and during office hours. Ability to stand next to and lift laboratory equipment. Ability to demonstrate physical activities.