Visiting Instructor - Nursing

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida School of Nursing is accepting applications for a Visiting Instructor of Nursing. This role will help develop and expand a growing prelicensure BSN program and involve teaching in areas of expertise, supervising students in clinical settings, and serving on relevant committees.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN, an unencumbered RN/APRN license in Florida (or endorsement eligibility) and at least five years of clinical nursing experience.

Qualifications

• MSN required with unencumbered Florida RN/APRN license or eligibility for endorsement.
• Minimum five years of clinical experience as RN/APRN.
• Recent clinical practice in nursing is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach in areas of expertise within the BSN program.
• Supervise students in clinical settings.
• Participate in School, College or University committees.

Skills

Nursing education

Clinical supervision

BSN teaching

Curriculum development

Education

Master's in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Department

School of Nursing

Compensation

$72,000.00 Annual

General Description / Primary Purpose

The School of Nursing is seeking to appoint a non-tenure earning, Visiting Instructor of Nursing. This visiting faculty position will support the development and expansion of programs in a growing prelicensure BSN program. Position responsibilities include teaching in areas of expertise, supervising students in clinical settings, and participating in School, College, or University committees. Areas of teaching may include Psychiatric-Mental Health, Adult Health, Pediatrics, Community Health, Women's Health and Obstetrics, Research, and Leadership.

Supervisor

This position will report to the School of Nursing Director, Dr. Lindsay Wolf.

Working Hours

Varies; includes clinical supervision, which may involve variable shifts at least once weekly.

Supervision Exercised

Clinical supervision

Required Licensure

Unencumbered license as an RN/APRN in Florida, or eligibility for endorsement for a Florida nursing license.

Anticipated Start Date

The position is expected to begin on December 16, 2026.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN); unencumbered license as an RN/APRN in Florida, or eligibility for endorsement for a Florida nursing license; recent clinical practice as an RN/APRN; and a minimum of five years of clinical experience as an RN/APRN.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

Prior experience as an academic or clinical nurse educator. Teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas is desirable: Psychiatric-Mental Health, Adult Health, Pediatrics, Community Health, Women's Health and Obstetrics, Research, or Leadership.

Additional Application Materials Required

• Current curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Letters of recommendation

Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions. Passport (all pages including blank pages) and Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)

Application Review Date

Initial review of applications will begin on 10/05/2026. This appointment is for the Spring and Summer of 2027, with an anticipated start date of December 16, 2026, and an end date of July 30, 2027. The annual compensation for this position will be prorated based on the two semesters of work. A reappointment for a visiting instructional appointment beyond July 30, 2027, is at the discretion of the department Chair.

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

About the Department

For more information about the School of Nursing, visit https://www.unf.edu/brooks/nursing/

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

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