Part-Time Instructor in Nursing

CCC Clovis Community College; United States; On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

CCC Clovis Community College is seeking a qualified adjunct nursing instructor to provide both didactic and clinical instruction tailored for nursing students pursuing their practical nursing certification and associate degree. This position requires a commitment to quality teaching and engagement with students in both online and classroom settings.

Candidates must possess a State RN license and have recent nursing experience. The role offers flexible hours, with a minimum requirement of 20 and a maximum of 29 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must hold a State of New Mexico or Compact State RN license.
• At least two years of recent professional RN experience.
• Strong commitment to quality teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic courses and clinical rotations as assigned.
• Deliver organized lectures tailored for all formats.
• Provide ongoing feedback to students regarding clinical performance.

Skills

Strong commitment to quality teaching

Excellent communication skills

Assessment skills

Education

Master of Science in Nursing degree

State of New Mexico or Compact State RN license

Tools

Canvas

MS Office

Job description

Compensation

Compensation: $35/hr. Compensation Type: Hourly. Employment Type: Hourly. Department: Instruction.

Position Summary

The adjunct nursing instructor is a member of a nursing faculty team, providing didactic and clinical instruction leading to a Certificate of Completion in Practical Nursing and Associate Degree in Nursing. The role includes initial advisement to students and supervision of clinical experiences, requiring an understanding of the community college mission and philosophy.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach didactic courses and clinical rotations as assigned.
• Deliver well‑prepared, organized, and clear lectures and activities tailored for both in‑person and online formats to facilitate student mastery of course learning outcomes.
• Develop and submit course syllabi for all assigned courses, ensuring inclusion of all required components and tailoring to the instructional modality utilized (online or face‑to‑face).
• Utilize technology, including Canvas, Starfish, MS Office, and the Internet, for classroom, studio, and laboratory instruction.
• Provide students with timely and accurate information and feedback regarding their academic progress using assessments such as quizzes, tests, homework, and projects.
• Supervise patient care, physical assessments, and the administration of medications.
• Collaborate with the Nursing Program Director regarding student performance.
• Provide ongoing and timely feedback to students regarding clinical performance, paperwork, and documentation.
• Maintain student and client information in a confidential manner.
• Plan student assignments in relation to the student’s level and the course objectives.
• Assist students to acquire appropriate knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of professional nurses.
• Communicate clearly with students and colleagues.
• Establish and maintain an effective learning environment in the clinical setting.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Requires frequent and continuous sitting/moving about, continuous use of fine motor skills, and lifting, pushing, and pulling of up to 35 lbs.

Schedule Details

Must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours and a maximum of 29 hours per week. Clinical shifts are 0600‑1500 or 1400‑2300, scheduled based on program need. Additional hours outside of clinical shifts are required for grading.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful applicant will hold a State of New Mexico or Compact State RN license with at least two years of recent professional experience as an RN.
• Five (5) years of recent bedside nursing experience.
• Faculty without a BSN may be employed for one year, provided they enroll in a BSN or MSN program and demonstrate ongoing progress toward completion within five years.
• Strong commitment to quality teaching, student success, and academic excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master of Science in Nursing degree.
• Teaching experience in a community college or technical school.

Application Materials

All applicants must submit the following: an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, a cover letter, and a copy of unofficial transcripts.

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in its employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition, or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.