Psychiatric Clinical Instructor

International College of Health Sciences; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The International College of Health Sciences (ICHS) seeks a dedicated Psychiatric Clinical Instructor to join our academic team. This role supervises nursing students in psychiatric clinical settings, developing practical skills, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors.

The position emphasizes on-site instruction and mentorship to ensure safe patient care and quality education. Location includes on-site roles in Stuart, West Palm Beach, with travel to Boynton Beach as needed.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered Florida or Compact State RN License (required).
• Minimum 4 years of clinical RN experience, with at least 2 years in psychiatric/mental health nursing.
• BSN from an accredited institution (required); MSN preferred.
• Experience in clinical instruction, preceptorship, or nursing education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing students in psychiatric clinical settings.
• Demonstrate and teach best practices in psychiatric nursing care.
• Ensure student compliance with clinical site policies and procedures.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and document student performance.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Electronic documentation

Microsoft Office Suite

Team collaboration

Professional and ethical conduct

Education

BSN

MSN

Job description

Description

The International College of Health Sciences (ICHS) is seeking dedicated and skilled Psychiatric Clinical Instructor to join our academic team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for experienced nursing professionals with psychiatric expertise to instruct and supervise nursing students in clinical patient care settings. Our faculty play a vital role in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals, supporting ICHS's mission to deliver innovative and quality education.

Purpose

The Psychiatric Clinical Instructor provides direct supervision and instruction to nursing students during their clinical rotations in psychiatric care environments. This role ensures students develop practical skills, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors necessary for safe and effective patient care.

Availability

Schedule flexibility including days, evenings, nights, and weekends. Schedules may change as operational needs evolve. Clinical schedules and shift lengths vary based on clinical-site requirements and academic needs.

Location

Position requires on-site availability at locations in Stuart, West Palm Beach, and travel to Boynton Beach based upon operational needs.

Responsibilities

Clinical Instruction & Supervision

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing students in psychiatric clinical settings
• Demonstrate and teach best practices in psychiatric nursing care
• Ensure student compliance with clinical site policies and procedures
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and document student performance
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Curriculum Implementation

• Collaborate with academic leadership to deliver clinical objectives aligned with course outcomes
• Integrate evidence-based practices and current psychiatric nursing standards into instruction
• Participate in the development and evaluation of clinical curriculum as needed

Professional Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between ICHS, clinical site staff, and students
• Maintain open, professional communication with faculty, administration, and clinical partners
• Attend faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities

Administrative Duties

• Complete accurate and timely documentation of student attendance, progress, and evaluations
• Report any student or site concerns to the appropriate academic leadership
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and accreditation standards

Requirements

Qualifications

• Unencumbered Florida or Compact State RN License (required)
• Minimum 4 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), with at least 2 years in psychiatric/mental health nursing (preferred)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (required); Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
• Experience in clinical instruction, preceptorship, or nursing education (preferred)

Required Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge in psychiatric/mental health nursing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback and foster student growth
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct

Additional Requirements

• This position requires on-site availability in Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, and Stuart
• This is not a remote position; on-site presence at clinical locations is required
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings as needed

Additional Information

At no time may work be performed, or computer systems accessed, from outside of the U.S. Individuals hired must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note that the responsibilities outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

International College of Health Sciences provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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