"Instructor - Nursing - Fundamentals/Medical Surgical"

Instructor - Nursing - Fundamentals/Medical Surgical

Southeast Missouri State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500371

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Nursing

Position Summary

Instructor, Fundamentals/Medical Surgical Nursing

Department of Nursing

College of Education, Health and Human Studies

Full time / RNTT

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face, blended, and/or online classes and clinical supervision of pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program with an emphasis on fundamentals and/or medical-surgical theory and clinical; teaching and clinical supervision of additional courses in the nursing curriculum
• Utilize simulation and technology-based teaching and learning strategies
• Participate in curricular assessment, revision, and evaluation
• Engage in student recruitment, retention, and mentoring activities
• Participate in committee work within department and college or university

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing or related field or BSN with imminent completion of MSN by August 1, 2025; degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government certified university
• Current, active Missouri RN license or eligibility for Missouri Nursing Licensure
• Teaching experience in theory or clinical, as faculty or preceptor; faculty teaching experience in Fundamentals or Medical Surgical is a plus
• Clinical experience in nursing as faculty or staff; clinical experience in Fundamentals or Medical Surgical is a plus
• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality and collaboration when interacting with students, faculty, staff, and the community

As a public regional university (with a graduate mission), Southeast seeks candidates with a commitment to excellent undergraduate (and graduate) education and student success within the framework of the teacher-scholar model. Applications for instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Teaching and Learning and SEMO Online. Successful candidates will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended and online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention and degree completion.

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: This position is available August 1, 2026. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 16, 2026. Review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

To Apply: Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

• Letter of interest addressing position requirements
• Current curriculum vitae
• Name and contact information of three professional references
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are required when offer of employment is accepted)
• Copy of current nursing license

Additional Information

Departmental information: The mission of the Southeast Missouri State University Department of Nursing is to educate baccalaureate and masters graduates to practice nursing within the context of knowledgeable caring. The Department influences the health of the region and beyond by providing graduates who have demonstrated intellectual, personal and professional growth and who can integrate theoretical knowledge, experiential learning and an interdisciplinary foundation. Faculty encourage graduates to pursue a career of lifelong learning. Both the baccalaureate degree in nursing and master's degree in nursing at Southeast Missouri State University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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