Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor

Overview

Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor (Clinical Educator) at Chattanooga College, in the Practical Nursing (LPN) Department. The role provides clinical instruction and educational support to students enrolled in the Practical Nursing (LPN) program to support student learning, skill development, and successful program completion. Responsibilities include delivering clinical instruction, supporting curriculum objectives, evaluating student performance, and fostering a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Ideal candidates must have strong interpersonal, communication, and instructional skills and a passion for educating future nurses. Candidates must be adaptable, student-focused, and able to manage the responsibilities of clinical teaching in a dynamic healthcare environment.

• Provides clinical instruction and supervision to a diverse population of Practical Nursing (LPN) students.
• Creates and maintains a clinical learning environment that is engaging, supportive, and aligned with program outcomes.
• Evaluates student clinical performance and provides timely, constructive feedback.
• Implements program and departmental objectives related to student learning, progression, and completion.
• Educates students on clinical policies, procedures, professional standards, and expectations.
• Maintains accurate documentation of student performance in compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with nursing faculty and department leadership to ensure curriculum consistency and quality.
• Maintains current knowledge of clinical practices, nursing education standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Supports students by identifying learning challenges and providing guidance or referrals as appropriate.
• Upholds confidentiality and complies with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and federal regulations.
• Completes required professional development, training, and compliance requirements annually.
• Demonstrates professionalism and serves as a positive role model for nursing students.
• Participates in departmental meetings or activities as required for adjunct faculty.
• Maintains required licensure and certifications, including BLS.
• Collaborates with the Director of Nursing and departmental leadership.

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience / Adjunct pay structure.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and instructional skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and clinical partners.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in verbal and written formats.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing practice and nursing education principles.
• Ability to support student learning in fast-paced clinical environments.

• Education or Training: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of clinical nursing experience.

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible to practice in Tennessee.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to commit to an entire clinical course schedule (Mondays, Wednesdays, or both; daytime hours).

Chattanooga College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Chattanooga College encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and is dedicated to providing equal access to employment opportunities.