Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education.
At Joyce University, work is more than a job — it’s a shared commitment to excellence, growth, and purpose. Since 1979, we’ve been dedicated to one mission: empowering every student to succeed in healthcare. That same dedication extends to our people.
We’re proud to be recognized among Utah’s Best Companies to Work For, but what truly defines us is our culture — built on integrity, service, learning, and caring. We invest deeply in our team’s personal and professional growth, creating a workplace that celebrates success, values connection, and believes in the power of every individual.
From our self-directed time-off philosophy to our focus on well-being and total rewards, we’re intentional about helping our people thrive — inside and outside of work.
Here, your expertise shapes the future of healthcare. Your voice matters. Your growth is supported. Together, we’re building a university — and a future — where every student, and every team member, can, should, and will succeed.
Position Details:
Joyce University is seeking experienced nursing professionals in Western and/or Northern South Dakota to serve as Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty. This is an opportunity to take the expertise you've built at the bedside and use it to help prepare the next generation of nurses.
Locations: Western or Northern South Dakota
Position Type: Part-Time (1–2 clinical shifts per week, per academic term)
Joyce University is on a mission to develop compassionate, skilled, and confident nurses — and we’re looking for passionate nursing professionals like you to help lead the way.
Designed for Working Nurses
This part-time faculty opportunity is designed for experienced nurses who want to expand their impact through education while continuing their clinical practice. Faculty typically teach 1–2 clinical shifts per week during the academic term, providing a meaningful way to stay connected to patient care while developing the next generation of nurses.
As a Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty member in South Dakota, you’ll have the unique opportunity to mentor and teach the next generation of nurses in real-world clinical settings. You’ll join a supportive, forward-thinking academic community dedicated to excellence in nursing education and student success.
Why Joyce University?
- Make a meaningful impact on the next generation of nurses
- Work with a mission-driven institution focused on academic and clinical excellence
- Flexible part-time scheduling
- Be part of a collaborative, student-centered faculty team
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement or Tuition Reduction up to 50% to pursue your MSN
What You'll Do:
- Guide students through hands-on clinical instruction in local healthcare facilities
- Inspire, mentor, and evaluate future nursing professionals
- Support student learning by identifying academic or behavioral challenges and offering remediation
- Contribute to ongoing curriculum development and program improvement
- Maintain professional growth and stay current with best practices in clinical care
- Participate in university events including staff meetings, pinning ceremonies, and graduation
What You Bring:
Required
- RN license (unencumbered) in the State of South Dakota
- Masters degree in nursing
- 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience
Preferred
- 2–3 years of teaching experience
Equal Opportunity Employer
Joyce University is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and institutional need.
Ready to make an impact in nursing education?
Apply today and join a university that values clinical expertise, student success, and lifelong learning.
Compensation details: 46-52 Hourly Wage
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