The clinical instructor will mentor nursing students in an inpatient clinical setting, bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world patient care. Responsibilities include planning clinical experiences, supervising students, evaluating performance, and maintaining knowledge of clinical policies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a master's or doctoral degree in Nursing and an unencumbered professional nursing license in Florida. At least two years of professional experience as a registered nurse is required, with teaching experience preferred.
Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations.
Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions.
Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree.
Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Covista, at www.chamberlain.edu.
There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.
Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level. If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!
In our U.S. locations, we operate on a hybrid work model with three in-office days and two remote days per week.
Starting Q1 2025, we will transition to a four-day in-office schedule, Monday–Thursday.
This in-office time fosters creativity, innovation, communication, and stronger team relationships, supporting both individual and organizational success.Job DescriptionChamberlain College of Nursing seeks Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty interested in teaching with our BSN Nursing program in Orlando, Florida.
You will be mentoring students in person at an inpatient clinical setting located in the Orlando area making connections between what our students are learning in the classroom and during simulations, and their real-world application in patient care.
By bridging this gap, we can ensure that our students are not only well-prepared for their roles as healthcare professionals but also confident in their abilities to provide high-quality care to their patients.Teaching is onsite (in clinical setting) with one of our clinical partners.Schedule: most commonly 12-hour rotations (7a-7p) for three to four consecutive daysCollaborative Health:This course is designed to expand the scope of the nursing practice for senior nursing students.
Course and clinical activities provided to traditional students focus on leadership and management aspects of the professional nurse.
In this role, the clinical instructor:Implements the College's philosophy, curriculum, program outcomes, and course objectives through clinical teaching and service to the College, community, health system and profession.Assumes responsibility for all autonomous aspects of individual teaching assignments.Plans clinical experiences for and provides direct supervision and evaluation of nursing students delivering nursing care to an individual or group of individuals.Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on course objectives.Is available for remediation of students as required or needed.Orients and maintains current knowledge related to agency/clinical policies, procedures, and expectations with the assistance of the agency/clinical personnel.Develops and posts written clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, skill competency and individual learning needs.Grades homework, quizzes, tests, lab assignments, clinical paperwork and other written work in a timely manner.May teach didactic course content under supervision of course coordinator.Keeps course coordinator informed of all student and agency issues and concerns.Reports to the dean or assistant dean: a course coordinator will also provide direct oversight.QualificationsYou are encouraged to explore this opportunity if you have:A master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university.An unencumbered professional nursing license in the state of Florida.
At least two years professional experience within last five years in the area of instruction as a registered nurse.Teaching or precepting experience is preferred but not required.Have genuine passion for nursing, education, and lifelong learning.Have exceptional subject matter expertise with excellent written and verbal communication skills.Are eager to serve students and colleagues with passion, respect and care.Operate with a sense of responsibility and purpose with the desire to enrich colleagues, students and the broader community.Illinois RN License will be required to teach all courses (course assignments prioritized to professors who are currently licensed in Illinois)Additional InformationChamberlain Visiting Professor Position: In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is between $1,120 per assignment to $7,245 per assignment, depending on the candidate’s education and experience.
Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
Department: Faculty
Market context
Part-time nursing faculty in Florida
Florida healthcare employers continue to seek experienced nurses who can teach in clinical settings, especially in Orlando where nursing education supports a large regional care workforce. This role is competitive because it requires an advanced nursing degree, an active Florida RN license, and recent bedside experience in the instructional area; teaching or precepting experience can also strengthen your fit. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and recent experience before applying.
