Nurse Educator - Daytime, Flexible Schedule

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy School of Nursing seeks an Assistant Clinical Instructor/Nursing Instructor to lead didactic and clinical instruction for nursing students in a teaching setting.

The role emphasizes classroom and clinical teaching, precepting, and ongoing professional development. Minimums include BSN and 3 years of clinical practice; MSN involvement is required for advancement. The position offers a weekday schedule and ties to UPMC schools of nursing.

Qualifications

• MSN required for Nursing Instructor level.
• BSN required with enrollment in MSN program and 3-year plan for Assistant Clinical Instructor.
• 3 years of clinical practice required.
• Precepting experience required; clinical teaching in prelicensure preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Certified Nurse Educator certification preferred.
• Current Pennsylvania RN licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct nursing students in classroom and clinical settings using the nursing process.
• Provide guidance and evaluation of students in clinical environments.
• Maintain professional practice knowledge and participate in school committees.
• Promote evidence-based teaching strategies and professional growth in faculty.
• Foster inclusive learning environments and effective communication within teams.
• Ensure safe nursing care and positive student outcomes through supervision.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Precepting experience

Communication

Educational leadership

Education

BSN

MSN in progress or completed

Job description

UPMC Mercy School of Nursing seeks an Assistant Clinical Instructor/Nursing Instructor to lead didactic and clinical instruction for nursing students in a teaching setting.

The role emphasizes classroom and clinical teaching, precepting, and ongoing professional development. Minimums include BSN and 3 years of clinical practice; MSN involvement is required for advancement. The position offers a weekday schedule and ties to UPMC schools of nursing.