Provide direct instruction and clinical supervision to nursing students in laboratory and clinical settings. Facilitate student learning through mentorship, assessment, and the application of evidence-based nursing practices.
Position: The College of Health Professions invites applications for full-time, non-tenure-track clinical faculty positions to provide technical assistance and ongoing support for students across laboratories and clinical teaching, including oversight of direct patient care and experiential learning environments, for 30 hours per week.
Responsibilities
will extend beyond course instruction by an additional 10 hours per week to include student mentoring, one-on-one and small-group engagement, assessment activities, community and clinical partner engagement, travel associated with experiential sites, and curriculum continuity. These positions will also require some evening and weekend hours. These are 12-month positions with an anticipated start date of August 2026; however, this is an estimate and may be revised if needed. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H1B, etc. Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing Required Education: Master of Science in Nursing Required Work Experience: Two years of RN clinical experience through clinical practice or other avenues. Required Licenses and Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) License - State of Michigan. Certification in CPR. Physical Demands:
Office Environment
Bending
Moving
Reaching
Sitting
Twisting
Lifting
Pulling/Pushing
Repetitive movement
Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered
Terminal degree in nursing, PhD or DNP. 5 years of clinical RN experience. Two years of clinical/lab teaching experience. Certification in nursing field of specialization.
Essential
Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide direct instruction and clinical supervision to students in the Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program by teaching assigned laboratory and clinical sections and facilitating student learning in both simulated and clinical practice environments.
Teach, supervise, and mentor students in hospitals, clinical sites and laboratory environments, providing oversight of direct patient care while fostering the development of clinical skills, critical thinking, clinical judgement, and professional nursing practice.
Guide student learning by providing ongoing feedback, mentorship, and evaluation of performance in laboratory, hospital, and clinical settings.
Provide individualized and small-group instruction in the laboratory and clinical settings to reinforce course concepts, promote clinical reasoning and support the development of safe, competent nursing practice.
Assess student learning through the administration and evaluation of clinical skills assessments, competency-based evaluations, clinical documentation, and observation to support the development of safe, competent nursing practice. process evaluations, and other competency-based measures.
Support student learning by supervising patient care activities and guiding students in the application of the nursing process, clinical judgment, and evidence-based care planning.
Deliver high-quality instruction and facilitate student learning in classroom, laboratory, simulation, clinical, and online learning environments, as assigned.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of student learning, clinical performance, and evaluations in accordance with School of Nursing policies, university procedures, clinical agency requirements, and accreditation standards.
Prepare instructional materials and support the coordination of laboratory, simulation, and clinical learning experiences to facilitate student learning and achievement of course outcomes.
Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of laboratory, simulation, and clinical teaching practices to support student success, program quality, and accreditation standards.
Ensure a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment by modeling and reinforcing safe nursing practice, quality and safety principles, patient safety, and established clinical and laboratory procedures.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial Transcript 1
Certification/License
Optional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of Master of Nursing degree. Transcripts must include the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript. License (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of the current State of Michigan Registered Nurse license. Certification (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of CPR Certification. Initial Application Review Date: August 17, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date: EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu [http://ferris.edu/]. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement [https://www.ferris.edu/HTMLS/administration/president/generalcounsel/pdfs-docs/00108985.pdf]. Click here [https://www.ferris.edu/administration/adminandfinance/human/Employment/homepage.htm] to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.
Requirements
Requires a Master of Science in Nursing and at least two years of RN clinical experience. Candidates must hold a valid Michigan Registered Nurse license and CPR certification.
postgraduate degree
Communication
Critical thinking
Record keeping
Clinical judgment
Professional nursing practice
Evidence-based care
Clinical supervision
Clinical instruction
Curriculum development
Student assessment
Safety principles
Student mentoring
Patient care oversight
Laboratory teaching
Simulation facilitation
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$81,000 - $88,000/yr
Location
Big Rapids, Michigan
Posted
Jul 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Clinical faculty members also have professional responsibilities that may include continuing professional development; participation in curriculum development and university committees; orientation, recruitment, and registration of students; keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (i.e. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty will be required to teach off campus.
Marginal
Duties/Responsibilities:
Maintain current knowledge in nursing practice, quality and safety best practices, and professional standards to support excellence in clinical and laboratory instruction.
Participate in program and departmental meetings, committees, and activities that support student success and program effectiveness.
Assist with student recruitment efforts, including program tours and outreach activities.
Maintain confidentiality of student and patient information.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position
Skills and
Abilities:
Communicate easily and accurately with students, faculty, support staff, and other individuals
Demonstrate and assist others effectively in laboratory/clinic practice and procedures
Plan, organize, and make sound judgments and decisions
Understand and operate all equipment related to appropriate fields of expertise
Work independently on a wide variety of professional tasks
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Market context
Michigan nursing faculty roles need licensure
Full-time clinical faculty nursing roles in Michigan often draw steady interest because schools need instructors who can teach and supervise students while meeting clinical and accreditation standards. Competition is usually shaped by the required MSN, active Michigan RN license, CPR certification, and recent RN experience, plus the ability to work in a 12-month academic setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and align your clinical background with teaching responsibilities before applying.
