Nursing Adjunct - Lake Campus (Fall 2025 - Summer 2026)

Wright State University; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursing Adjunct to join their team at the Lake Campus. This part-time position offers the opportunity to teach a variety of nursing courses, guiding future healthcare professionals through their educational journey. With a focus on student success, you will employ innovative teaching strategies and foster a collaborative learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in nursing and a valid RN license in Ohio, along with a commitment to excellence in education. If you're ready to inspire the next generation of nurses, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or equivalent with 2 years’ RN experience required.
• Must have an unencumbered RN license in Ohio and current immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing classes on an as-needed basis at Lake Campus.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies to enhance student understanding.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Patient Care

Organizational Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Course Management Software

Job description

Nursing Adjunct - Lake Campus (Fall 2025 - Summer 2026)

Wright State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Lake Campus Nursing

Position FTE: Part Time

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: Negotiable

Salary Band: FA ADJ

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To teach classes on an as-needed basis in nursing discipline at the Lake Campus. This posting is for Fall 2025 through Summer 2026.

COURSES:

• Health Promotion & Assessment of Adults (NUR 2100)
• Introduction to Clinical Nursing (NUR 2400)
• Nursing Care of Individuals & Groups in Mental Health (NUR 3420)
• Nursing Care of Adults (NUR 3480)
• Foundations of Research & Evidence Based Practice (NUR 3300)
• Nursing Care of Women & Childbearing Family (NUR 3440)
• Nursing Care of Children (NUR 3460)
• Critical Care Nursing Across the Lifespan (NUR 4420)
• Public Health Nursing (NUR 4440)
• Leadership & Management in Professional Nursing (NUR 4460)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in nursing discipline or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a practicing RN.
• Must have an unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio. BCI & FBI background checks required of all applicants.
• BLS / CPR required.
• Immunizations must be current.
• Professional experience or academic qualifications covering subject matter taught.
• Applicant must possess an academic degree one level above the level at which they will teach, except in programs for terminal degrees or when equivalent experience is established.
• If teaching outside the field of their advanced degree, adjuncts must have completed at least 18 graduate level credit hours of instruction in the field where they teach.
• At least 1 year professional or teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching.
• Ability to organize and manage a group of nursing students to meet the course objectives and maximize student learning outcomes.
• Knowledgeable in course management software and classroom instruction to meet the academic needs of students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience providing direct patient care in a hospital, clinic, outpatient, community, or office setting.

Essential Functions:

95% Instruction

• Teaching BSN program coursework as assigned. Course assignments could include day and/or evening hours. Course content delivery could include didactic, laboratory, and off-campus clinical instruction.
• Utilizing sound teaching strategies to enhance student understanding of difficult concepts.
• Working with teams to provide and improve course implementation.
• Serving as a clinical role model in all interactions with BSN students.
• Facilitating a positive, collaborative learning environment for students including valuing diversity, integrity, accountability, ethics, and professional behaviors.
• Maintaining appropriate professional certifications and licenses as applicable.
• Understanding and committing to the Wright State University College of Nursing & Health’s mission and conceptual framework.
• Actively mentoring and supporting students throughout the BSN curricula as assigned.

5% Perform additional duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Positions are part-time, non-tenure track. Hired on a semester as-needed basis. The Lake Campus of Wright State University is located in Celina, Ohio.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University to conduct various background checks before making an employment offer.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master's of Science Degree in Nursing?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid licensure as Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Ohio?
  • Yes
  • No
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