Nursing Instructor

New Mexico State University; Tortugas (NM); On-site; USD 81,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University seeks a Nursing Instructor at Doña Ana Community College (DACC) to teach nursing courses at multiple campus locations, including Doña Ana CC and DACC Espina Campus. The role covers 15 weekly contact hours with time for curriculum development, assessment, and student support; may include evenings and online courses.

Requirements include a BSN (with scheme for graduate degree progression) and NM RN licensure or eligibility; 2 years of nursing-related teaching or

Qualifications

• BSN required; after 1 year on BSN may pursue graduate degree within five years.
• Current New Mexico licensure or compact state license or eligibility to obtain NM RN license.
• 2 years of nursing-related teaching or work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 15 weekly clock hours per semester, with remaining time for prep, assessment, and student support.
• Develop, revise, and update curriculum in collaboration with department faculty.
• May develop and teach online courses and participate in college committees and program evaluation.
• Maintain office hours and advise students; support clinical placements when applicable.

Education

BSN

MSNPreferred

Job description

Department Contact:McKenna Garcia, 575-527-7550, [e-mail]

Internal or External Search:External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary:DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners is inviting candidates to apply for the following vacant position:

Position Details

PositionTitle:Nursing Instructor

College/Division:DACC Dona Ana CC

Department: 940735-DACC NURSING ASSOCIATE DEG PGM

Location:Doña Ana Community College

Offsite Location (if applicable):DACC Espina Campus

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:$80,700 - $84,736; Commensurate with Qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:1.0

FLSA Status:Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement:This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding:Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule:Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teach the equivalent of 15 weekly clock/contact hours during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. These contact hours represent the direct instructional component of the faculty workload; the remainder of the 40-hour workweek is dedicated to course preparation, assessment and grading, student support, program and college service, professional responsibilities, and other faculty duties as outlined below. Teaching assignment may include evenings, weekends, clinical courses and/or multiple campus locations. Develop, revise and update curriculum in collaboration with the department faculty and director or chair. May develop and teach online courses. Instruct, support, advise and provide timely feedback to students in accordance with DACC policy and procedures. Participate in and serve on department, division, and college committees, program advisory councils, task forces and working groups. Participate in ongoing program evaluation including maintenance of the systematic plan of evaluation and preparation of reports for NM Board of Nursing and/or accreditation. Maintain professional and academic competence and participate in professional development activities. As appropriate, assist with cooperative education or clinical work site development and student placement. Maintain office hours as mandated by division and college policy. Function as advisor to students, both individually and as assigned to student clubs and groups. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum: BSN - If employed with BSN may be employed for one year and then required to complete a graduate degree (in nursing) within the next five years. An educational contract with evidence of progression will be submitted to the New Mexico Board of Nursing annually.
• Current New Mexico licensure, or a compact state license, or eligibility to obtain a New Mexico license to practice as a registered nurse required.
• 2 years of experience working or teaching that reflects recent developments in Nursing, or any equivalent combination of work and teaching experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Nursing
• Current practice in Telemetry Nursing, Medical/Surgical, Emergency Care or Critical Care clinical setting.
• Community college/post-secondary teaching experience.
• Knowledge of innovative, creative teaching and learning methodologies for post-secondary students.
• Experience with media, evolving instructional technologies, and distance learning programs and delivery.
• Experience in developing curriculum, measuring student-learning outcomes, evaluating course efficacy, and assessing and improving student learning.
• Endorsement of the teaching philosophy of DACC, which supports a goal of success for all students through active learning experiences and strong faculty involvement.
• Demonstrated experience teaching and relating to students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills working with students, colleagues, staff, supervisors and the community.
• Bilingual competence in Spanish and English will be seen as an asset.

Special Certification/Licensure:

• Current CPR certification required
• Current healthcare clearance (e.g., up-to-date immunizations)
• Must pass an annual background check and drug screening

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment:Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort:No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements:Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk:No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Advertised: 07 Oct 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2026 Mountain Standard Time