Nursing Instructor

SWOSU College of Pharmacy; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SWOSU College of Pharmacy seeks a full-time, in-person Nursing Instructor to deliver high-quality instruction in classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical settings. You will plan curricula aligned with outcomes, advise pre-nursing students, and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

The role requires an MSN and an Oklahoma RN license, with responsibilities spanning student assessment, records, mentoring, and committee participation.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Current, unencumbered Oklahoma RN license.
• Ability to teach across classroom, lab, simulation and clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings.
• Plan and teach curriculum aligned with program outcomes and approved syllabi.
• Advise pre-nursing students and provide academic counseling.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate scholastic records.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and nursing regulatory standards.
• Coordinate classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical learning experiences.
• Utilize instructional technologies and varied learning styles.
• Mentor adjunct clinical faculty and participate in curriculum review.
• Maintain office hours and support student retention and success.
• Travel to clinical sites as required and participate in committees.

Skills

Leadership

Professionalism

Time management

Communication

Student advising

Independent & collaborative

Education

MSN

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Job description

The SWOSU Nursing Department seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, in-person Nursing Instructor. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings. Responsibilities include planning and teaching curriculum aligned with program outcomes, maintaining expertise in nursing practice and education, advising pre-nursing students, evaluating student performance, and ensuring compliance with accreditation and licensure standards.

Description of Job Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a caring, engaging, and positive learning environment.
• Plan and deliver course content and assessments aligned with current curriculum and program outcomes. The Department Chair makes teaching assignments.
• Teach according to approved syllabi and provide timely updates, grading, and communication regarding course expectations and student progress.
• Coordinate assigned classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical learning experiences.
• Use instructional technologies and consider varied learning styles to support student success.
• Maintain accurate scholastic records, including attendance and grade documentation.
• Submit course syllabi each term to the Program Coordinator.
• Provide academic and career guidance, mentoring, and referrals to campus resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and support student retention and success.
• Maintain nursing and teaching expertise and participate in professional organizations.
• Participate in curriculum evaluation and program review; make recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments, including exams, quizzes, evaluations, and other measures.
• Recommend textbooks, instructional materials, technologies, and lab resources.
• Ensure hybrid/online courses meet the same rigor, quality, and privacy standards as traditional courses.
• Clinical supervision:
• Integrate theory with supervised clinical performance in assigned settings.
• Orient students and communicate clinical objectives to students and adjunct clinical faculty.
• Guide, supervise, and evaluate students in patient care and skills performance.
• Mentor and support adjunct clinical faculty.
• Travel to and from clinical sites as required.
• Participate in departmental and university committees as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and nursing regulatory board requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by program leadership, department chair, or university administration.
• Reports to the Traditional BSN Program Coordinator.
• Completion of safety and job-related training as required.
• Salary determined according to SWOSU’s wage structure.
• Responsible for following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience required. Community nursing experience preferred.
• Current, unencumbered Oklahoma RN license.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrate leadership, professionalism, and collegiality.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and learning management system (Canvas).
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to present information to small and large groups.
• Ability to manage stress, maintain emotional stability, and support students effectively.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, reach, climb steps, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic mathematical competency (rates, fractions, etc.).