Undergraduate Nursing Clinical Adjunct Instructor

University of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The School of Nursing at a leading university is seeking part-time registered nurses to educate students in various clinical settings. Candidates must have 18 months of RN experience, a BSN, and preferably prior teaching experience. This role involves instructional duties including lab, simulation, and clinical education, supported by experienced faculty.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Discount

Retirement Savings Plan - 403B

Employee Discounts & Services

Free Parking

Onsite Health & Wellness Center

Qualifications

• At least 18 months of RN experience required.
• Preferred teaching experience at college/university level.
• Clinical expertise in specialty areas is important.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and evaluate nursing students in clinical settings.
• Conduct assessments and provide feedback on student performance.
• Engage actively with students during instructional periods.

Skills

Fundamental nursing skills

Pediatrics

Psychiatric nursing

Geriatric nursing

Critical care

Medical-surgical nursing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master’s in Nursing

Job description

Job Description

The School of Nursing at the University of Indianapolis is seeking registered nurses (RNs) interested in educating nursing students in its undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. Undergraduate nursing clinical adjuncts may provide instruction to nursing students in the laboratory, simulation, hospital, community, and/or nursing home clinical settings and, if interested, may be provided the opportunity to teach content in the didactic/lecture setting under the direction and support of course faculty.

Work hours may vary and include day and evening instructional times as well as in-person and virtual instructional opportunities across summer, fall, and winter semesters. Please note that this is a contracted position and is part-time/as needed or temporary. Those who are hired will be a part of the pool of undergraduate nursing clinical adjuncts and will be offered work based on course enrollments and program needs each semester. Applications will be periodically reviewed based on program needs.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

Experience: At least eighteen (18) months of experience as an RN; evidence of expertise that is appropriate to the teaching specialty areas of fundamental nursing skills, pediatrics, obstetrics, psychiatric, geriatric, critical care, and/or medical-surgical; clinical experience needed to function effectively and safely in the area of assigned responsibility; ability to meet health requirements if teaching in clinical settings; prior college or university teaching experience is preferred. Pediatric and/or psychiatric nursing practice specialty is preferred for the academic year 2025-2026.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is required; Master’s in Nursing or higher degree is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications/Credentials: Criminal history and background check clearance; clear drug screen upon hire, evidence of current American Heart Association CPR training; current unencumbered and valid RN license in the state of Indiana; RN compact license (ONLY required if providing instruction in the Accelerated BSN-Distance program); Note: May be required to provide TB test results, evidence of vaccinations, etc. depending on instruction setting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: We strive to have 8 nursing students or less in a clinical group. The maximum number of nursing students in a clinical group is 10.

Primary Duties

• Adhere to the University of Indianapolis and School of Nursing policies, procedures, and rules as outlined in the School of Nursing Student Handbook and Faculty Handbook.
• Attend required undergraduate nursing clinical adjunct orientation before the start of each semester working at the University of Indianapolis.
• Attend required clinical agency orientation, if applicable.
• Attend workshops on D2L (Brightspace) learning management system, if applicable.
• Instruct and evaluate nursing students in the laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical settings.
• Supervise and maintain equipment and lab space, if teaching in the Clinical Learning Center.
• Actively engage with nursing students throughout the instructional period e.g., asking questions, providing guidance on where to find answers, coaching on skills, etc.
• Communicate professionally and often with course faculty, assigned students, and clinical personnel (include preceptors).
• Grade and provide meaningful feedback on clinical paperwork according to rubrics, if applicable.
• Grade and provide meaningful feedback according to rubrics on assigned lab/simulation assignments or skills validations, if applicable.
• Evaluate student learning and performance using a standard evaluation tool provided by the School of Nursing (may occur each clinical day, at midterm, and/or at final)
• Participate in end-of-course program reports and evaluations with the course lead faculty.
• Follow the guidance and direction of course lead faculty and/or supervisor(s).
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties, including special projects or didactic/lecture teaching as assigned.
  
  

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center