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Instructor of Nursing

Instructor of Nursing

University of Southern Mississippi

Long Beach, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Instructor of Nursing
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Instructor of Nursing.
Position Details
Location
Gulf Park
730 East Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560
United States
Division
College of Nursing GP
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Salary Range
68,000.00 - 70,000.00
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
October 1, 2026
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease have the following documents available to upload with your application: cover letter, current curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts with degrees conferred, personal philosophy of nursing education, and contact information for three (3) professional/educational references.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).Job Summary
The position (nine-month faculty member for a traditional BSN program) requires individuals to have a desire to teach students to become entry-level nurses who possess a bachelor's degree in nursing. The faculty member's role includes an understanding of the inner functions of a nursing program as they relate to curricula, practice arenas, evaluations, and outcomes. Faculty members facilitate students' achievement of course objectives and prepare students to master skill sets that enable progression throughout the nursing program of study. Faculty members work closely with the course, clinical, and program coordinators to ensure the standards and quality of the nursing curricula are met and maintained.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Develop and teach courses assigned.
  2. Adhere to class and clinical schedules.
  3. Develop and maintain syllabi, lesson plans, calendars, etc. for each course taught.
  4. Communicate any concerns or issues to the course, clinical, and/or program coordinator including school director.
  5. Follow policies and procedures of the clinical site, the University, the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and the School of Professional Nursing Practice.
  6. Submit course specific documentation as scheduled.
  7. Communicate course, clinical, and/or program requirements to students.
  8. Maintain office hours to assure availability to students for support including advisement, exam review, required remediation, and summative evaluations.
  9. Collaborate with the course, clinical, and program coordinators to plan, implement, and evaluate each assigned course to maintain quality and effectiveness.
  10. Direct and/or indirect clinical supervision of students enrolled in the nursing program of study.
  11. Attend scheduled meetings as related to course, clinical, program, school, college, and/or university.
  12. Participate in service opportunities on and off campus that impact the university, profession, and/or local communities.
  13. Participate in the shared governance of the university, college, and school through assorted opportunities for engagement on and off campus.
  14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Competent practitioner of nursing with minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse (RN).
Hold a Master of Science in Nursing Degree.
Hold an unencumbered Mississippi RN license.
Satisfy all clinical requirements of affiliated agencies including a criminal background check clearance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Evidence of ten (10) continuing education units annually.
  • Comply with clinical agency policies and procedures.
  • Complete all required clinical agency training such as orientation, electronic health records (EHR), HIPAA, medication administration, etc.
  • Uphold the mission and values of The University of Southern Mississippi, the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and the School of Professional Nursing Practice.

Preferred QualificationsOne (1) year of formal (nursing) instructional experience in a higher degree program.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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