Nursing, Practical Instructor

North Hennepin Community College; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Professional development

Pension plan (457/403b)

Job summary

Dakota County Technical College seeks a temporary, part-time Practical Nursing Instructor to join a vibrant, student-centered learning community. The role focuses on clinical instruction and foundational labs, with courses taught at off-site clinical locations.

The candidate will teach Clinical I & II and Foundations Lab for the 2026–2027 academic year, handling a load of about 12 credits per term during fall and spring semesters. Start date is August 24, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or graduate degree in nursing/education with BSN when required.
• Current, unencumbered RN licensure with Minnesota registration.
• Two years of professional RN experience at the bedside or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Teach PNSG 1600 Clinical I and PSNG 1620 Clinical II, and PSNG 1010 Foundations Lab for 2026–2027.
• Deliver 12 credits per term in fall and spring; off-site clinical locations.
• Plan instruction, develop curricula, evaluate students, and maintain records.
• Collaborate with department, promote safety, and participate in professional development.

Skills

RN license

Nursing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Graduate degree in nursing or education with BSN

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Nursing, Practical Instructor

Institution:

Dakota County Technical College

Classification Title:

Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City:

Rosemount

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$24,800.00 - $52,800.00

Complete Application Requirement — Please Read Before Applying

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Applications missing required documents will be marked incomplete and will not advance to review.

Your complete application must include:

• Current Resume (Required): Must list employment dates (month and year) for each position and indicate average hours worked per week.
• Transcript (Required): Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review purposes; however, official transcripts must be provided at the time of hire
• Cover Letter (Optional): Encouraged if you wish to highlight your interest and qualifications

Job Description

Dakota County Technical College seeks an temporary, part‑time Practical Nursing Instructor dedicated to excellence in teaching who desires to become part of a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. Faculty members at Dakota County Technical College are professionally active scholars who participate in departmental and campus-wide activities to enhance their disciplines, promote interdisciplinary discourse and collaboration, and advance the college mission. The college is committed to reflecting a diversity of perspective and backgrounds among its administrators, faculty, and staff.

This temporary, part‑time assignment includes teaching PNSG 1600: Clinical 1 and PSNG 1620: Clinical 2, and PSNG 1010: Foundations Lab during the 2026–2027 academic year. The teaching load is anticipated to be 12 credits per term in both the fall and spring semesters. The assignment start date is August 24, 2026. Instruction will be delivered off‑site at clinical locations.

Schedule:

• Tuesdays: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Teach Practical Nursing clinicals (Clinical I and Clinical II).

Instructor is responsible for all activities related to teaching and learning including, but not limited to: instructional planning, curriculum development, student evaluation and records, classroom/climate preparation and management, interpersonal relations, promote safety in all aspects of program activities, participate in professional development experiences, work as an effective team member of the department, maintenance of professional skills and credentials, and participate on college.

Salary Range

Faculty assigned less than 5 credits: Per credit rate of $775 - $1650.

Faculty assigned 5 or more credits total: $43,067 - $ 98,660 Annually (Based upon 1.0 FTE of 32 credits per years. Pay will be prorated, based upon credit load). Salary placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2025 - 2027 MSCF Contract , and conducted by the Minnesota State System Office. Initial placement is limited to the step range permitted for new faculty under the MSCF salary schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

Bachelor's degree in nursing or a graduate degree in support of the field of nursing and/or education with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing if the graduate degree is not in Nursing.

A nursing program director must hold a graduate degree in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, public health nursing or a nursing clinical specialty.

Occupational Experience Requirement

Two full‑time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a registered nurse at the professional level.

As a registered nurse at the professional level, experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected student and faculty outcomes; including experiential preparation in the areas the faculty will teach.

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full‑time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) with current registration in Minnesota.

Other Requirements

• Compliance with clinical affiliate policies for attending on‑site clinical teaching assignments.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Internal Applicants

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left‑hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants

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Contact

If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or at 651-423-8411.

If you experience any issues while submitting your application or creating an account please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

About

Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands‑on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four‑year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

DCTC is aligned withInver Hills Community College. Located ninemiles apart, Inver Hills offers a broad range of liberal arts and professional programs that complement programs at DCTC.Both Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

At Minnesota State, we take your well‑being and work‑life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer‑paid life insurance, short‑and‑long‑term disability, and pre‑tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll‑over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

• 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• Robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
• Dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.

North Hennepin Community College is an institution dedicated to providing accessible and affordable education, fostering student success through diverse programs and community engagement.