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Denver College of Nursing

Faculty Instructor

Denver, CO · On-site

$82K - $93K/yr

Faculty members perform a number of roles and functions, each of which reflects the core competencies of nursing faculty. Those competencies include the following: 1) facilitate learning, 2) ...

ECPI University

Registered Nurse Faculty

Richmond, VA · On-site

$37.75 - $45.25/hr

Instructors are classified as full-time or adjunct depending on the number of hours worked. As an RN Faculty member, you'll provide practical hands-on instruction in an engaging learning environment ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse faculty instructor in the United States is $80,622.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Nurse Faculty Instructor, you need a strong background in nursing practice, a graduate degree (typically MSN or higher), and teaching or clinical education experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), curriculum design software, and simulation technology is commonly required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and organizational skills set top instructors apart. These competencies ensure effective knowledge transfer, student engagement, and the preparation of competent future nurses.

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Full-Time Nursing Faculty/Instructor - Clinical Only

Carmel, IN

SOUTH COLLEGE
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$37.25 - $50.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

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Full-Time Nursing Faculty/Instructor - Clinical Only


Salary Range

Minimum $80,000

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Benefits

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) - with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nation's fastest growing institutions of higher learning ... come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.


20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online


Full-Time Nursing Faculty/Instructor - Clinical Only

South College Indianapolis learning site located in Indianapolis, IN, is conducting a search for the position of Clinical Nursing Faculty (instructor/assistant professor/associate professor; commensurate with experience) for the South College School of Nursing. The position will have primary teaching responsibilities in the clinical setting; however, may cross prelicensure nursing programs depending on educational level.


Full-time clinical faculty members are responsible for 36 clinical hours (primarily 12-hour shifts) at one of our clinical partner locations in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding area. The days of the week may vary from quarter to quarter. The remaining four hours will be used for clinical prep, grading, and mid/final evaluations. During periods in the quarter, there are no clinicals, the clinical faculty may assist in labs with checkoffs, setup, and instruction.


Responsibilities:

  • Maintain professional standards of practice in teaching in the clinical settings.
  • Meet South College standards for clinical experiential learning.
  • Function as a part of South College and South College School of Nursing faculty.
  • Participate in meetings, projects, recruiting, and committee work.
  • Prepare and implement teaching and evaluation strategies for students' engagement in the nursing profession.
  • Support student success through mentoring, tutoring, and advising.
  • Maintain currency in education and nursing knowledge and application through continuing education activities.
  • Contribute to the School of Nursing and South College evaluation processes to measure outcomes.

Requirements

Education

  • Master's or Doctorate Degree in Nursing preferred
  • BSN will be considered for LPN programming with significant clinical background or prior teaching experience.

Experience

  • Two calendar years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse
  • Formal education in teaching and learning principles for adult education preferred but not required

Licensure

  • Unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana or one of the eNLC compact states.

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