A Nursing Instructor or Professor teaches nursing students with a combination of classroom instruction and clinical training. Teaches academic subjects needed as the foundation for nursing, such as anatomy and chemistry, and also job skills required for direct patient care. Teaches at a college or in a hospital or other clinical setting.
Fayetteville, NC Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications RN License Master's degree in nursing Master of Science Master of Nursing MSN Classroom Teaching Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)
Full Job Description Department:
Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences and Human Services Reports To:
Nursing School Head Appointment:
Full-time, 9-month faculty appointment. Rank and tenure eligibility determined by qualifications and experience. Position Summary Methodist University invites applications for a full-time nursing faculty position in the pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. The successful candidate will teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses across the undergraduate curriculum. This position is ideal for a nurse educator with a strong generalist foundation who is committed to preparing practice-ready graduates for licensure and professional practice. Essential Responsibilities Teach assigned didactic, simulation, laboratory, and clinical courses in the pre-licensure BSN program, with emphasis on fundamentals, adult health, medical-surgical, and critical care content Supervise students in acute care clinical settings and maintain effective working relationships with clinical partners Participate in curriculum development, course revision, and program assessment activities aligned with CCNE accreditation standards and North Carolina Board of Nursing requirements Mentor undergraduate nursing students, including support for
NCLEX-RN
preparation and success Contribute to student recruitment, admission, and progression processes, as assigned Engage in scholarship consistent with rank and university expectations Serve on department, college, and university committees Participate in interprofessional education initiatives within the College of Health Sciences and Human Services Maintain current clinical competence and licensure Application Materials Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. Required Qualifications Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program Current unencumbered RN license in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure prior to start date Minimum of two years of clinical experience in adult health, medical-surgical, or critical care nursing Demonstrated ability to teach and evaluate students in classroom and clinical settings Commitment to student-centered teaching and inclusive learning environments Preferred Qualifications Earned doctorate in nursing or related field (PhD, DNP, or EdD); ABD candidates with a defined completion timeline will be considered Prior teaching experience in a pre-licensure nursing program Certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., CCRN, CMSRN, PCCN) or nursing education (CNE) Experience with simulation-based education Record of scholarship, professional service, or clinical leadership appropriate to rank
