Nursing Instructor - Elko

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Elko (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Tuition credits for dependents

Paid holidays

Free parking

Job summary

Great Basin College in Elko, Nevada, is hiring a full-time, 9-month tenure-track nursing faculty member to join the Associate of Applied Science Nursing Program. The instructor will teach classroom, online, simulation, and clinical courses and mentor nursing students.

The position requires a Master’s in Nursing (or BSN with MSN enrollment within one year) and a minimum of three years RN experience, with NV licensure upon hire. Travel to other campuses and meetings may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing (MSN) or BSN with enrollment in MSN within 1 year from ACEN/CCNE-accredited program.
• Minimum three years of RN experience in medical/surgical, acute care, or community health settings.
• Nevada RN licensure required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in AAS Nursing, RN-BSN, MAPe programs across lecture, online, and clinical modalities.
• Provide hands-on instruction in simulation labs and clinical environments.
• Evaluate student performance and learning outcomes achievement.
• Participate in curriculum development, accreditation activities, and student advisement.
• Contribute to nursing dept and college committees; support CNA program as needed.
• Travel to other GBC campuses and statewide or national meetings; overnight stays may be required.

Skills

RN clinical experience

Teaching potential

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Distance learning experience

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

BSN with MSN enrollment within 1 year

Job description

Position Summary

Great Basin College (GBC) is hiring a full‑time, 9‑month tenure‑track nursing faculty member to join the Associate of Applied Science Nursing Program in Elko, Nevada. The instructor will teach classroom, online, simulation, and clinical courses and mentor nursing students.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the AAS Nursing, RN‑BSN, and Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EKG (MAPE) programs across lecture, online, and clinical modalities.
• Provide hands‑on instruction in simulation labs and clinical environments.
• Evaluate student performance and ensure achievement of learning outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development, accreditation activities, and student advisement.
• Contribute to the nursing department and college committees and support the CNA program as needed.
• Travel to other GBC campuses and statewide or national meetings as required, which may include overnight stays.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s in Nursing (MSN) OR a BSN with enrollment in an MSN program within one year of hire from an ACEN or CCNE‑accredited program.
• Minimum three years of RN experience, preferably in medical/surgical, acute care, or community health settings.
• Eligible for Nevada RN licensure, which is required upon hire.
• Prior teaching experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to oversee students in clinical settings.
• Passion for teaching, mentoring students, and experience with distance learning and online instruction is desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Academic Faculty – 3B contract – nine months (end of August to mid‑May) paid over 12 months.
• Salary range: $50,000 – $95,000, based on education, experience, and internal equity.
• Retirement: 19.25% employer contribution matched by the university; fully vested on the first day; 100% vested for permanent employees on an “A” or “B” contract.
• Health insurance: medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Twelve paid holidays.
• Life and long‑term disability insurance.
• Generous sick leave with an initial balance of 30 days; additional benefits from ComPsych.
• No state income tax in Nevada.
• Free parking.
• Tuition assistance: faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate; dependents may receive unlimited credits under specified conditions.

EEO Statement

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