The instructor will facilitate nursing courses across classroom, lab, and clinical settings while managing curriculum development and student assessment. They are also responsible for student advising, participating in accreditation processes, and collaborating with industry partners.
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Working
Title:
Practical
Nursing
Instructor
Institution:
Alexandria
Technical and
Community
College
Classification
Title:
Tech
College
Faculty
Bargaining
Unit /
Union: 210:
Minnesota
State
College
Faculty
City:
Alexandria
FLSA:
Job
Exempt
Full
Time /
Part
Time:
Full time
Employment
Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range
MSCF FACULTY JOB POSTING POSITION: Practical Nursing Faculty (PCN 00750680) STARTING DATE: Approximately August 17, 2026 APPOINTMENT: Full-Time Unlimited TELEWORK: No SALARY RANGE: $47,185 - $71,893 (2024-2025 contract, revisions forthcoming with the 2025-2027 contract has been ratified) DEADLINE: To receive guaranteed consideration, application materials should be submitted online by 11:59pm May 1, 2026. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
Activities related to teaching and learning including but not limited to: Instruct and facilitate nursing courses in classroom, lab and clinical settings Curriculum development Assessment of student performance Student advising and retention Participation in accreditation process Interpersonal relations, effective team member skills Collaborate with industry partners Maintenance of professional skills and credentials Participation in college promotional/success activities QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum: Education Requirement Bachelor's degree in nursing or a graduate degree in support of the field of nursing and/or education with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing if the graduate degree is not in Nursing. A nursing program director must hold a graduate degree in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, public health nursing or a nursing clinical specialty. Occupational Experience Requirement Two full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a registered nurse at the professional level. As a registered nurse at the professional level, experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected student and faculty outcomes; including experiential preparation in the areas the faculty will teach. Recency Requirement One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years. Professional Requirement Current unencumbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) with current registration in Minnesota. Other Requirement: Compliance with clinical affiliate policies for attending on-site clinical teaching assignments.
Preferred
Master’s degree in nursing or commitment to complete MSN within 3 years of hire. Recent experience in medical-surgical and OB/MCH/Peds Nursing simulation experience Experience in teaching or training in nursing Broad spectrum of nursing experience Excellent interpersonal and team-building skills Demonstrated computer software proficiency Commitment to excellence in working with students How is Faculty Salary Determined? Per the MSCF contract, each new faculty member’s education and experience will determine how they are credentialed and where they are placed on the salary schedule. The Campus HR office is not able to guarantee an annual salary for faculty, therefore, when a new faculty accepts the job offer, they do so understanding that, initially, they will be placed at the minimum salary for that position. After a new faculty is hired, they have the opportunity to submit their education and verified work experience forms through their online employee profile, which is then received by the System Office, who makes the determination of their salary. To view the steps limits, definition of columns, and salary schedules for faculty, you will reference the MSCF contract, Chapter 13 – Wages. Understand that each new faculty, no matter their education or experience, needs to abide by the Initial Salary Placement rules that prevent them from exceeding a certain pay step in each column on the salary schedule. About Our College Alexandria Technical & Community College (ATCC) provides quality hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 4,700 students each year, and has been ranked the #1 Community College in Minnesota every year since 2019. ATCC offers more than 50 programs and transfer pathways in fields like business, design, education, human services, health, manufacturing, police training, and transportation. Most programs can be completed in two years or less, with some offerings as short as one semester. With among the highest graduation rate in the country, a 99% job placement rate, and several online programs ranked in the top 20 nationwide, ATCC maintains a longstanding reputation as an academic institution of excellence. Alexandria College is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities.
The campus is located in the heart of lake country: Alexandria, Minnesota. The population is just over 14,000 within city limits, but Alexandria is a true destination, drawing residents from neighboring rural communities plus a tourism boom in warmer months. Alexandria is home to a thriving downtown district, excellent walking and biking trails, plenty of arts, museums, parks, wineries, breweries, and even a whiskey distillery. Paired with diverse year-round outdoor activities and more lakes than you can count, Alexandria is a small town that feels big. Alexandria Technical and Community College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment. We understand that creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community is the responsibility of every employee of the college. Leadership, faculty, and staff strive to address inequities within our system by examining programming, policies, facilities, and operations that create barriers to student success in and out of the classroom. By actively working to address inequities, we will foster students who will successfully participate in their community and within today’s dynamic, global workforce.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field and possess at least two years of full-time professional registered nurse experience. A current unencumbered Minnesota RN license is required, along with the ability to comply with clinical affiliate policies.
bachelor degree
postgraduate degree
Interpersonal skills
Team-building
Team collaboration
Clinical supervision
Curriculum development
Computer software proficiency
Student advising
Medical-surgical nursing
Nursing instruction
Nursing simulation
Accreditation process
OB/MCH/Peds nursing
Benefits
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Paid parental leave
Vacation time
Short term disability
Professional development
Sick time
Long term disability
403(b) retirement plan
Employer paid life insurance
Pension plan
Tuition waiver program
11 Paid holidays
457(b) retirement plan
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$47,185 - $71,893/yr
Location
Alexandria, Virginia
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
Closes
May 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Benefits
Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired
Start
Date: 08-17-2026
Position
End
Date:
Open
Date: 04-20-2026
Close
Date: 05-02-2026
Posting
Contact
Name:
Renae
Rae
Kasper
Posting
Contact
Email: renae.kasper@alextech.edu Announcement – Please be Advised Minnesota State Career Site URL Update Our candidate career site URL will change on April 25, 2026. Due to this change, you will not be able to apply for any open positions on April 25, 2026. Our system will be back up and running, for you to apply to our open positions, on
April 26,2026 at the following link: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers Please be sure to update any bookmarks to our career site you may have. Questions and Application issues can be directed to careers@minnstate.edu Information for new and prospective employees Welcome to the Minnesota State career site for external applicants. This page allows you to search for jobs, apply, and check the status of applications at the colleges, universities, and system office of Minnesota State. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. Use the “sign in” link at the top of this page to log in to your profile. Current employees must log in to Workday to apply for positions using the Jobs Hub app. Visit our website to learn more about Working at Minnesota State, including information about compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities, and employee and labor relations. Sound like your kind of place? If so, we invite you to explore our many exciting careers! | Employee Resources | Privacy Statement | Technical and Security Issues Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.
Diverse
Workforce
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