Part Time Instructor - Nursing

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Part Time Instructor - Nursing

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

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Job Description

Nevada State University actively maintains an open pool of qualified individuals to be selected on an as-needed basis by the department to fulfill part-time temporary instructional needs and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Nevada State University invites applications for an open pool of adjunct faculty for in-person courses. We are seeking experienced clinicians to teach undergraduate baccalaureate nursing students in clinical and skills lab settings, working beside full-time dedicated faculty in a highly collegial, interdisciplinary environment. Part-time openings are available in all specialties, including medical-surgical, pediatrics, maternity, intermediate care/critical care, community health, and mental health.

Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis determined by course availability.

Adjunct faculty members are compensated at the rate of $2,067 per credit for Theory courses and $3,000 per credit hour for Clinical and Skills Lab courses. Courses range from 1-4 credits.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely under-served student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

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Core Responsibilities:

• Implements the school's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical or lab teaching.
• Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching loads.
• Plans clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering care to an individual or group of individuals.
• Makes self-available to staff at the agencies.
• Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course objectives.
• Is available for remediation of students as required or needed.
• Orients and maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with assistance of Nevada State and agency staff.
• Corrects and returns homework, quizzes, lab assignments, clinical paperwork, and other written work in a timely manner.
• Familiar with, willing, and able to use computer technology.
• Complies with all applicable regulatory rules and standards.
• Attends all required development and orientation sessions during contracted work periods.

Required Qualifications:

• Unencumbered/Unrestricted Nevada RN License.
• Master's degree in nursing or a related field.
• Evidence of clinical excellence and desire to teach at the college level.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with a diverse population of undergraduate students in a growing institution.
• Team player who collaborates with faculty, staff, and students.
• Competency in use of Electronic Health Records and educational technology.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing or above with experience educating undergraduate nursing students.
• Minimum of one year of RN clinical practice within the past three years.
• Ability to teach clinical nursing skills, supervise students in clinical and lab settings, and evaluate student performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to active learning.
• Evidence of scholarly potential and/or activity.
• Experience in web-based coursework.
• Incorporation of diversity into teaching.
• Active in professional organizations related to nursing education.

Required Attachment(s)

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
• Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Posting Close Date 06/30/2026