Adjunct RN; Mental Health) Clinical Instructor - Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing - Bakersfield

Job Details

Job Location:

Bakersfield
- Bakersfield, CA 93304

Position Type:
Part-Time

Salary Range: $55.00 - $60.00 Hourly

Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing, North-West College, Glendale Career College and Nevada Career Institute. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 58 years. Our Colleges mission is to prepare students in short term programs for gainful employment.

To accomplish this, we provide a professional faculty, well-qualified administrators, and a top-notch support staff.

Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing has received approval by the Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) and has recently introduced an Associate of Arts degree in Nursing at the campus located Glendale

Adjunct RN (Mental Health) Clinical Instructors wanted
- Varies (we have rotations available on each given day of the week 12 hours plus 3 hours prep time) positions is in Lancaster

It is the belief of the faculty of the Nursing Department at Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing that each member should have defined responsibilities and that the Nursing Department accepts the responsibility of supporting its members in the achievement of both departmental and individual professional goals.

All faculty must follow the Department of Nursing Faculty Handbook of Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing and the College Handbook.

Careers Site: https://www.success.edu/careers-with-sec/

Adjunct RN Mental Health Clinical Instructors Wanted (12 hours shifts and any given day, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat or Sun AM PM)

The Adjunct RN Clinical Instructor – Mental Health Nursing provides clinical supervision and instruction to ADN students in psychiatric and behavioral health settings. The instructor facilitates the application of nursing theory to clinical practice, ensuring students deliver safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care. This role supports student development in communication, critical thinking, and clinical judgment while maintaining compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requirements.

• Supervise and instruct students during mental health/psychiatric clinical rotations in hospitals and community-based settings.
• Guide students in delivering safe, therapeutic, and evidence-based care to patients with mental health conditions.
• Facilitate clinical learning in areas including:
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Mental health assessment
  • Psychopharmacology basics
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • Group therapy and milieu management
• Ensure adherence to clinical site policies, safety protocols, and standards of care.
• Evaluate student clinical performance through direct observation, care plans, process recordings, and clinical assignments.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support development of clinical judgment and professional behavior.
• Complete midterm and final evaluations in accordance with program policies.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and competencies.
• Collaborate with clinical site staff to coordinate student assignments and learning opportunities.
• Communicate clinical objectives, expectations, and daily assignments clearly to students.
• Serve as a liaison between the nursing program and clinical facility personnel.
• Ensure clinical experiences align with course objectives and program outcomes.
• Serve as a professional role model demonstrating ethical, compassionate, and culturally competent care.
• Support students in developing confidence, accountability, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive…