Adjunct Assistant Professor, Nursing – Acute

West Coast University

. Serve as a mentor, role model, and facilitator providing guidance and academic support to students .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,571 - $3,200 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nursing education and clinical instruction, with a strong focus on student success and innovative teaching methodologies. Holds advanced degrees and professional licensure, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Nurse LicensureMaster of Science in Nursing (MSN)Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhDExperience in Clinical InstructionKnowledge of Online Learning Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Direct Patient CareAssessment of Student KnowledgeCurriculum DevelopmentClinical PreparationTeaching MethodologiesFeedback on Clinical PerformanceUse of Simulation LabsContinuous Improvement PlanningMicrosoft Office SuiteOnline Learning Management Systems

Soft Skills

MentoringFacilitationEnthusiasm for TeachingCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Simulation LabsLearning Management SystemsMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse LicensureMaster of Science in Nursing (MSN)Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD

Industry Keywords

Healthcare EducationPatient SafetyClinical FacilitiesState Board of Nursing StandardsCompliance with Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a mentor, role model, and facilitator providing guidance and academic support to students
Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching, the teaching/learning process, and individual students
Apply skills and experience to the assigned teaching schedule
Participate in and contribute to assessment activities for courses, curricula, and programs through the University’s continuous improvement plan
Improve class materials and syllabi within the shared governance culture
Use varied teaching methodologies to facilitate observable evidence of student learning outcomes
Maintain scholarly activities
Participate in professional growth and service according to university policies
Advance the University’s student success and healthcare-professional focus
Leverage innovative technologies and resources, including Simulation and Innovation Labs
When working with students in a clinical setting, assume responsibility for students in clinical facilities
Clarify clinical expectations with students and clinical facility staff
Direct students to resources for clinical preparation
Assess student knowledge and skills to ensure patient safety and optimal care
Use pre- and post-conferences to connect theory content with clinical objectives and experiences
Provide immediate and midterm/end-of-semester feedback on clinical performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of five (5) years’ prior experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care
Minimum of three years’ experience in the field in which they teach
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience working with online learning management systems
Compliance with state, federal, and local laws/regulations and state Board of Nursing standards
MSN required
DNP or PHD required
Professional nurse licensure required
Education and experience must align with state regulations and state authorization agencies’ rules and regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Certified Great Place to Work
Professional growth opportunities
Innovative technologies and resources, including Simulation and Innovation Labs
Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive environment
Compensation paid per course