Nursing Specialist

LearningMate; United States; On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Author to develop instructional content for a Medication Safety course aimed at prelicensure nursing students. This remote contract role requires a strong nursing education background and experience in pharmacology. The SME Author will create engaging modules and assessments while collaborating with instructional designers to ensure high-quality content. A valid RN license and significant nursing experience are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN license is required.
• 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience needed.
• 3–5 years in nursing education or curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Develop course content for a Medication Safety curriculum.
• Integrate concepts related to safe medication administration.
• Revise content based on editorial feedback.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Curriculum development

Attention to detail

Strong written communication

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)

Job description

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Author – Medication Safety

We are seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) Author to develop original instructional content for a Medication Safety course designed for prelicensure nursing students. This role involves creating engaging, evidence-based modules and assessments that support foundational nursing knowledge, clinical judgment, and safe medication administration practices.

The SME Author will utilize assigned textbooks to develop original, academically sound content aligned with nursing education standards and best practices. This is a contract-based role ideal for nurse educators, clinicians, or content developers with a strong background in pharmacology and medication safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original course content for a Medication Safety curriculum, including:
  • Instructional modules (didactic content)
  • Assessments and learning activities
  • Translate textbook content into learner-centered, application-focused material appropriate for prelicensure nursing students
• Integrate concepts related to:
  • Safe medication administration (e.g., rights of medication administration)
  • Dosage calculations
  • Medication error prevention and reporting
• Collaborate with instructional designers and project leads to ensure consistency, alignment, and quality
• Revise content based on editorial and peer feedback
• Maintain academic integrity by producing fully original content.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN license (BSN required; MSN or higher preferred)
• Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience
• Minimum of 3–5 years in nursing education, curriculum development, or item writing
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Pharmacology and medication safety principles
  • NCLEX and/or NGN frameworks (preferred)
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, student-appropriate language
• Strong written communication and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as an SME or content author for nursing education products
• Experience working with instructional design teams or digital learning platforms.
• Contract-based, remote position
• Adherence to project timelines and deliverables
• Participation in periodic check-ins or content reviews.