RN Nursing Professor - Educator & Mentor, Practical Nursing

Finger-Lakes-Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Finger Lakes Health seeks a Nursing Professor (RN) to educate and mentor nursing students at Highland Hospital, Rochester, NY. The role focuses on delivering high-quality programs and fostering professional growth across clinical specialties.

Requires MSN Education or active MSN in progress, NY RN license, and 3+ years clinical nursing experience. Leadership, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing Education or actively enrolled in an MSN Education Program (must complete within 4 years).
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Nursing/Education or Doctorate (PhD/DNP/EdD).
• Current, unrestricted New York State RN license (required).
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS (required during clinical orientation).
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience (required).
• Preferred: Medical-Surgical, Critical Care, Psychiatry, Maternity.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and engaging learning environment for adult learners.
• Plan, develop, and deliver nursing education programs.
• Use interactive teaching methods and technology to promote critical thinking.
• Evaluate student performance and learning outcomes.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to nursing students.
• Participate in committees, projects, and community or professional initiatives.
• Promote teamwork, lifelong learning, and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Clinical nursing experience

Education

MSN Education

MSN Education (Active)

Job description

Finger Lakes Health seeks a Nursing Professor (RN) to educate and mentor nursing students at Highland Hospital, Rochester, NY. The role focuses on delivering high-quality programs and fostering professional growth across clinical specialties.

Requires MSN Education or active MSN in progress, NY RN license, and 3+ years clinical nursing experience. Leadership, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.