LPN Clinical Instructor (Adjunct Educator)

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Chattanooga College is seeking an Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor (Clinical Educator) to provide clinical instruction and educational support in the Practical Nursing program. This role focuses on student learning, skill development, and successful program completion in a dynamic healthcare setting.

The adjunct faculty member will supervise clinical instruction, align with curriculum objectives, evaluate student performance, and uphold safety, ethics, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• BSN required; RN licensure in Tennessee.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum four years of clinical nursing experience.
• Ability to commit to daytime clinical course schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical instruction and supervision to LPN students.
• Maintains a clinical learning environment aligned with outcomes.
• Evaluates student clinical performance with timely feedback.
• Implements program objectives for student progression and completion.
• Educates students on clinical policies and professional standards.
• Keeps accurate documentation to meet accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with nursing faculty to ensure curriculum quality.
• Maintains current knowledge of clinical practices and education standards.
• Identifies learning challenges and provides guidance or referrals.
• Upholds confidentiality and complies with policies and regulations.
• Completes required professional development and compliance training annually.
• Demonstrates professionalism and serves as a positive role model.
• Participates in departmental meetings and activities as required.
• Maintains licensure and BLS certification.
• Collaborates with the Director of Nursing and leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Instructional skills

Relationship building

Clinical nursing knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Chattanooga College is seeking an Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor (Clinical Educator) to provide clinical instruction and educational support in the Practical Nursing program. This role focuses on student learning, skill development, and successful program completion in a dynamic healthcare setting.

The adjunct faculty member will supervise clinical instruction, align with curriculum objectives, evaluate student performance, and uphold safety, ethics, and confidentiality.