About Us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Job Summary
The position of the part-time clinical instructor is a non-tenure track faculty position in the FNP program in the School of Nursing within the College of Education and Health Professions.¿Part-time Clinical Instructors are hired for Fall, Spring and/or Summer semesters as dictated by demand. The clinical instructor will be assigned clinical sections of FNP students to work with in the Learning Management System (LMS) with coursework and to monitor in the clinical setting with documentation of clinical hours and patient populations.
Responsibilities
- Supervise Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) students in clinical placements to ensure safe, competent patient care.
- Serve as a resource for students regarding clinical expectations, professionalism, and advanced practice standards.
- Facilitate assigned clinical courses through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Review and evaluate student assignments (e.g., clinical logs, case studies, SOAP notes, reflective journals).
- Provide timely, constructive feedback on coursework and clinical documentation.
- Maintain accurate grading and communication within the LMS.
- Monitor and verify student clinical logs, patient encounter data, and hours tracking.
- Knowledge of the role of the FNP and expected performance of a student, based upon the student's placement in the curriculum.
- Use of technology with online courses and the learning management system, and software such as a clinical tracking system.
- Ability to provide constructive, timely, and actionable feedback.
Required Qualifications
A Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, an active, unencumbered RN license in Georgia or eligibility for licensure in Georgia are required. At least two years of quality clinical nursing experience in a medical-surgical or specialty environment and previous college level teaching in nursing, and an understanding of technology as a tool for effective teaching are preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who have evidence of successful teaching at the college level in both traditional and online environments.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience and education.
Required Documents to Attach
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Other Document: Contact information (email and telephone number) of three persons willing to provide letters of reference.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.
*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions ¿ and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
Special Applicant Instructions
Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.
