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University of Rochester

Nurse Bioethicist

Rochester, NY · On-site

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES This joint appointment includes A) a clinical component in Nursing Practice in Strong Memorial Hospital (50%), B) a clinical ethics and scholarship component in the School ...

JERSEY COLLEGE

Ethics Instructor

Ewing, NJ

$60/hr

Jersey College has positions available in our Nursing Program. We are looking for individuals who have a desire and passion for teaching and will take both pride and ownership in the success of their ...

Jersey College

Ethics Instructor

Ewing, NJ · On-site

$60/hr

Jersey College has positions available in our Nursing Program. We are looking for individuals who have a desire and passion for teaching and will take both pride and ownership in the success of their ...

Career Land Center

Registered nurse

White Plains, NY · On-site

$5.0K/wk

Integrates patient rights and nursing ethics into work practice * Adheres to infection control standards to reduce the risk of nosocomial infections to patient and staff. * Adheres to the tenets of ...

Star Nursing

RN - Mother Baby

Waco, TX · On-site

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive ...

TLC NURSING SERVICES

RN

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$2.7K/wk

Knowledge of medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Ability to communicate thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Interpersonal skills to interact with a wide ...

Star Nursing

RN - Med Surg

Brenham, TX · On-site

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive ...

Patterns Hiring, Inc.

Registered Nurse

White Plains, NY · On-site

Integrates patient rights and nursing ethics into work practice * Adheres to infection control standards to reduce the risk of nosocomial infections to patient and staff. * Adheres to the tenets of ...

Star Nursing

RN - Urology

Round Rock, TX · On-site

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics as well as patient privacy. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The ...

Star Nursing

RN - PCU/IMC

Waco, TX · On-site

$1.8K - $2.4K/wk

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive ...

Star Nursing

RN - ER

Taylor, TX · On-site

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing. Positive ...

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How much do nursing ethics jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for nursing ethics 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.

What is nursing ethics?

Nursing ethics refers to the moral principles and values that guide nurses in their professional practice. It involves making decisions and taking actions that are in the best interest of patients, while respecting their rights, dignity, and autonomy. Nursing ethics addresses issues such as patient confidentiality, informed consent, end-of-life care, and advocacy. Ethical nursing practice requires critical thinking, compassion, and a commitment to doing what is right, even in complex or challenging situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Nursing Ethics, and why are they important?

To thrive in Nursing Ethics, you need a thorough understanding of ethical principles, nursing standards, and relevant healthcare laws, often supported by advanced education or certification in ethics or nursing leadership. Familiarity with decision-making frameworks, case study analysis, and institutional ethics committee processes is typically required. Strong critical thinking, integrity, and effective communication are essential soft skills for navigating complex ethical dilemmas. These competencies enable nurses to advocate for patients, ensure ethical standards, and guide colleagues through challenging moral situations in healthcare.

What are some common ethical dilemmas nurses face, and how are they typically addressed within a healthcare team?

Nurses frequently encounter ethical dilemmas such as end-of-life care decisions, patient confidentiality, and informed consent. These situations are often addressed through open communication within the healthcare team, consultation with hospital ethics committees, and adherence to professional codes of ethics. Nurses are encouraged to voice their concerns and participate in ethical discussions to ensure patient advocacy and support sound clinical decisions. Ongoing education and access to resources also help nurses navigate complex ethical situations.

What is the difference between Nursing Ethics vs Nursing Code of Conduct?

AspectNursing EthicsNursing Code of Conduct
FocusGuiding principles for moral decision-making in nursing practiceSpecific rules and standards for professional behavior
PurposePromote ethical patient care and professional integrityEnsure compliance and accountability within the profession
ApplicationBroad ethical considerations across situationsParticular conduct and behavior expectations
UsageUsed in ethical dilemmas and policy developmentUsed in daily practice and disciplinary actions

While Nursing Ethics provides overarching moral principles guiding nurses' decisions, the Nursing Code of Conduct specifies the expected behaviors and standards. Both are essential for maintaining professionalism and ethical standards in nursing practice.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Ethics job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,622 per year, or $38.8 per hour.
Nurse Bioethicist

Nurse Bioethicist

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 185 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

123rd of 612 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
The Department of Health Humanities & Bioethics (HHBE) at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (URSMD), and the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) seek to recruit an Associate Professor level faculty member/nurse leader for a new full-time, professional or academic interprofessional bioethics position.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
This joint appointment includes A) a clinical component in Nursing Practice in Strong Memorial Hospital (50%), B) a clinical ethics and scholarship component in the School of Medicine and Dentistry (50%).
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Serve as Director, Clinical Nurse Ethics
o Oversee and facilitate nursing ethics activities, including needs assessments and evaluate quality and potential impact on patients, families, and nursing staff
o Conduct ethics and moral distress debriefing for clinical staff
o Serve as a member of the clinical ethics consultation team
o Develop programs designed to ameliorate moral distress
o Contribute to the ethics teaching and scholarship in SMD & potentially in SON undergrad, graduate, and professional settings in collaboration with faculty in bioethics and in health humanities
o Develop curricular material to promote nursing leadership in hospital ethics activities
o Organize and manage the annual bioethics conference
o Attend monthly HHBE and Nursing Practice Executive Council
o Serve on URSMD committees, as appropriate
o Build interprofessional collaborations around moral issues inherent in-patient care
o Work with colleagues in Nursing, Medicine, Hospital Administration, and other disciplines to develop and integrate programs that assure excellence in ethics education
Qualifications
Candidates must have an excellent record of quality ethics teaching and scholarship, and significant experience in clinical ethics consultation. This position requires a doctoral degree relevant to clinical bioethics, nursing ethics, and medical ethics (PhD, DNP, DrPH or equivalent). Candidates will have evidence of substantial educational and clinical work related to moral distress in healthcare. Certification as a healthcare ethics consultant is preferred. Significant clinical ethics experience with healthcare trainees across the learning continuum and in interprofessional settings is essential, with particular expertise in clinical ethics, organizational ethics, death and dying, and cultural issues relevant to healthcare. Given the interprofessional /interdisciplinary focus of this position in the Department of HHBE, a strong record of collaborations with diverse professional communities, including work in narratives and other humanities disciplines related to ethics is an asset. We especially welcome faculty who bring an equity lens to their scholarship and teaching.
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The referenced pay range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job's salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.

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