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Delta College South

Registered Nurse

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Try a different approach to nursing - teaching! Elevate the nursing profession with your grace and excellence by sharing your skills and experience teaching the future generation of nurses.ONLY ...

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How much do nursing teaching jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for nursing teaching 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 teaching?

Nursing teaching refers to the practice of educating nursing students or practicing nurses in academic or clinical settings. Nursing educators, or nurse teachers, develop and deliver curriculum, mentor students, evaluate performance, and ensure that learners gain the knowledge and skills required for safe and effective patient care. They often work in colleges, universities, hospitals, or professional development programs. Nursing teaching is vital to preparing the next generation of nurses and maintaining high standards in the healthcare profession.

What is the difference between Nursing Teaching vs Nursing Educator?

AspectNursing TeachingNursing Educator
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, nursing degree, teaching certification (optional)RN license, nursing degree, advanced education (e.g., MSN, PhD)
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, clinical labs, healthcare facilitiesAcademic institutions, hospitals, training centers
Employer & IndustrySchools, colleges, healthcare training programsUniversities, nursing schools, healthcare organizations
Primary FocusTeaching nursing students, clinical supervisionDeveloping curricula, research, academic leadership

While both roles involve educating future nurses, Nursing Teaching typically refers to instructing students in classroom and clinical settings, often with a focus on practical skills. Nursing Educators usually hold advanced degrees and engage in curriculum development, research, and academic leadership within nursing education institutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Nursing Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nursing Teacher, you need a solid clinical nursing background, a relevant nursing degree (BSN or higher), teaching qualifications, and often an RN license. Familiarity with digital learning platforms, simulation labs, and current nursing education standards is typically required. Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help engage students and foster a supportive learning environment. These skills and qualifications ensure that future nurses are well-prepared, competent, and confident in both academic and clinical settings.

What are some common challenges faced by nursing educators, and how can they be addressed?

Nursing educators often face challenges such as keeping up with rapidly changing medical technologies, adapting to diverse student learning styles, and balancing clinical practice with teaching responsibilities. To address these challenges, educators can participate in ongoing professional development, use a variety of teaching methods (like simulations and case studies), and collaborate closely with clinical staff to ensure curriculum relevance. Building strong communication and mentorship skills also helps foster a supportive learning environment for students.
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Infographic showing various Nursing Teaching job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,622 per year, or $38.8 per hour.
Adjunct Nursing Faculty

Adjunct Nursing Faculty

Arizona College of Nursing

Bradenton, FL

$55/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Arizona College of Nursing is transforming lives—and we’re scaling fast.  

As one of the nation’s fastestgrowing nursing schools, Arizona College of Nursing is addressing the nursing shortage by preparing students for meaningful, highimpact careers. Our accelerated BSN program allows students to graduate in 3 years or less, and our growth is fueled by a studentfirst mindset and a relentless focus on outcomes.  

We are deeply committed to delivering exceptional, resultsdriven education in a culture grounded in Passion, Excellence, Adaptability, Accountability, and Integrity. If you thrive in a missiondriven, highexpectation environment where leaders are empowered to make real change, this is the place for you.  

We are excited to announce multiple Clinical Adjunct Nursing Teaching opportunities for our Sarasota, FL BSN campus.

These are on-site, in-person, weekday, daytime, teaching assignments beginning on or after August 31, 2026.

Teaching opportunities include, but are not limited to:

  • Med Surg
  • Fundamentals

Nursing Adjunct Faculty support student achievement of course objectives while modeling Arizona College of Nursing’s values of Passion, Adaptability, Accountability, Integrity, and Excellence. 

Responsibilities may include: 

  • Teach and evaluate students in a clinical setting; lab/simulation and/or didactic opportunities may be available on occasion
  • Create an engaging learning environment that supports academic progression and professional socialization
  • Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, and support remediation of at-risk students
  • Collaborate with Course Lead Faculty on curriculum delivery, student success plans, and program evaluation 
  • Maintain accurate student and clinical documentation and comply with FERPA and college policies
  • Communicate professionally with students, faculty, and clinical partners
  • Attend required orientations, faculty meetings, and clinical site briefings 

Additional expectations: 

  • Coach students on leadership, ethics, communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and professionalism 
  • Connect students with campus resources to support success 
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

  • Master’s- and/or doctorate-level nursing degree 
  • 3+ years of recent direct RN-level patient care experience
  • Flexibility to teach clinicals required; flexibility to teach labs and/or didactic courses in other areas of the nursing curriculum is strongly preferred.

$55.00 per hour for adjunct
Full-time employees have access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO and more
Opportunities for professional development.
Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.
Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please.
Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.

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