Part Time Instructor - Nursing

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); United States; On-site; USD 2,100 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Nevada State University invites applications for an adjunct faculty pool to teach in-person nursing courses. Adjuncts teach clinicals and skills labs, supervise students, and contribute to student success in a diverse environment.

Qualifications include a Master's in Nursing and a Nevada RN license, with at least one year of recent RN practice. The university emphasizes inclusive excellence, collaboration across departments, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Minimum of one year RN clinical practice in past three years.
• Unencumbered Nevada RN License.
• Evidence of clinical excellence and desire to teach at the college level.
• Commitment to teaching, mentoring and diverse student population.
• Team player who collaborates with faculty, staff and students.
• Competency in EHRs and educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Implements the school's philosophy, curriculum, and course objectives through clinical or lab teaching.
• Plans clinical experiences and provides supervision and evaluation of nursing students.
• Maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies and expectations.
• Corrects and returns homework, quizzes, and clinical paperwork in a timely manner.
• Attends required development and orientation sessions during contracted periods.

Skills

RN clinical practice

Teaching

EHR proficiency

Educational technology

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Educational technology

Job description

Job Description: Nevada State University actively maintains an open pool of qualified individuals to be selected on an as-needed basis by the department to fulfill part-time temporary instructional needs and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Nevada State University invites applications for an open pool of adjunct faculty for in-person courses. We are seeking experienced clinicians to teach undergraduate baccalaureate nursing students in clinical and skills lab settings, working beside full-time dedicated faculty in a highly collegial, interdisciplinary environment. Part-time openings are available in all specialties, including medical-surgical, pediatrics, maternity, intermediate care/critical care, community health, and mental health. Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis determined by course availability. Adjunct faculty members are compensated at the rate of $2,067 per credit for Theory courses and $3,000 per credit hour for Clinical and Skills Lab courses. Courses range from 1-4 credits.

About the institution: Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely under-served student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else. Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White. We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada. We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community. We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Core Responsibilities

• Implements the school's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical or lab teaching.
• Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching loads.
• Plans clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering care to an individual or group of individuals.
• Makes self-available to staff at the agencies.
• Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course objectives.
• Available for remediation of students as required or needed.
• Orients and maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with assistance of Nevada State and agency staff.
• Corrects and returns homework, quizzes, lab assignments, clinical paperwork, and other written work in a timely manner.
• Familiar with, willing, and able to use computer technology.
• Complies with all applicable regulatory rules and standards.
• Attends all required development and orientation sessions during contracted work periods.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of RN clinical practice within the past three years.
• Unencumbered/Unrestricted Nevada RN License.
• Evidence of clinical excellence and desire to teach at the college level.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with a diverse population of undergraduate students in a growing institution.
• Team player who collaborates with faculty, staff, and students.
• Competency in use of Electronic Health Records and educational technology.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or above with experience educating undergraduate nursing students.
• Ability to teach clinical nursing skills, supervise students in clinical and lab settings, and evaluate student performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to active learning.
• Evidence of scholarly potential and/or activity.
• Experience in web-based coursework.
• Incorporation of diversity into teaching.
• Active in professional organizations related to nursing education.

Posting Close Date: 06/30/2027

Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus. With an enrollment surpassing 7,500 students, Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education.

Nevada State University has grown to offer over 60 high-demand majors and minors. Curriculum is developed based upon the needs of communities in Nevada, business and industry, and the demands of its students. Top programs include nursing, education, business administration, biology and psychology.

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

EEO/Title IX

Steven Kenney Associate Vice President of Human Resources Title IX Coordinator 1300 Nevada State Drive Rogers Student Center #325 Henderson, NV 89002 [phone] [e-mail] Nevada State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Steven Kenney, Title IX Coordinator, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002, Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [phone]. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at Nevada State University's Campus Emergency page. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.