Nursing Clinical Instructor - Float Pool

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus seeks a Nursing Clinical Instructor for the Float Pool. The role blends direct patient care with teaching, guiding nursing students and other team members to deliver high-quality care.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, and documentation, plus mentoring students, coordinating with academic partners, and evaluating clinical competencies in real-time.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in nursing or related field required.
• Current Ohio RN license or interim permit.
• APRN license required for advanced practice nurses.
• Doctoral degree or enrollment preferred; 5+ years RN experience in relevant setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and supervise student care delivery.
• Lead and evaluate nursing techniques of students.
• Coordinate with academic partners to facilitate learning experiences.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in alignment with the professional practice model.
• Support mentorship, clinical excellence, and professional development in a dynamic environment.

Skills

RN

Clinical instruction

Patient care

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field

Doctoral degree or doctoral enrollment preferred

Job description

Job Title:Nursing Clinical Instructor - Float PoolDepartment:Job Description

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization, The nurse plays a critical role in the education and supervision of students in the clinical setting, in addition to staff engagement, patient experience, quality and safety, and cost-effective care.

Position Summary

This role will function as a clinical nurse and student educator, who divides their time between providing direct patient care, leading nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team, supervising student patient care delivery, and teaching and evaluating nursing techniques of students. This role will also be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

The Nursing Clinical Instructor is a dual-function role designed to enhance patient care delivery while supporting the development of future nursing professionals. This position is composed of approximately 67% direct nursing responsibilities and 33% clinical instruction for nursing students.

In the clinical capacity, the nurse provides high-quality, evidence-based care to patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, medication administration, documentation, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

As a clinical instructor, the nurse mentors and supervises nursing students in real-time clinical settings, fostering their growth through hands‑on teaching, feedback, and evaluation. This includes coordinating with academic partners, facilitating learning experiences, and ensuring students meet clinical competencies.

This role is ideal for a nurse who is passionate about both bedside care and education, and who thrives in a dynamic environment that values mentorship, clinical excellence, and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field. Registered Nurse. 2 years of relevant experience required. Current Ohio license or interim permit. Ohio APRN license required for those who are advanced practice registered nurses

Preferred: Doctoral degree or current enrollment in doctoral program preferred. 5+ years of RN experience in relevant care setting preferred.

Additional Information

Expected start dates for hires will be in November 2026 and July 2027

Location: East Hospital - Tower (0397)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 36Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.