Nursing Instructor - Pahrump

Nursing Instructor Position at Great Basin College

Inspire the next generation of nurses! Great Basin College (GBC) is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Nursing Instructor to join our team in Pahrump, Nevada. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact by educating and mentoring nursing students in both classroom and clinical settings.

Why Join Us?

• Shape Future Nurses – Teach in GBC's Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Nursing Program and contribute to RN-BSN coursework.
• Diverse Teaching Opportunities – Engage students through classroom, online, simulation, and clinical instruction.
• Collaborative Environment – Be part of a supportive team of nursing educators across rural Nevada.
• Make a Difference – Play a key role in developing skilled, compassionate nurses for the healthcare workforce.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master's in Nursing (MSN) OR a BSN with enrollment in an MSN program within one year of hire.
• Degrees must be from an ACEN or CCNE-accredited program.

Experience & Licensure:

• Minimum 3 years of RN experience (preferably in medical/surgical, acute care, or community health).
• Eligible for Nevada RN licensure (licensure required upon hire).
• Prior teaching experience is a plus, but not required.

Skills & Attributes:

• Passion for teaching and mentoring nursing students.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to oversee students in clinical settings.
• Experience with distance learning and online instruction is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in the AAS Nursing and RN-BSN programs (lecture, online, and clinical).
• Provide hands-on instruction in simulation labs and clinical environments.
• Evaluate student performance and ensure achievement of learning outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development, accreditation activities, and student advisement.
• Contribute to the nursing department and college committees.
• Support the CNA program as needed.

Travel

The position may require driving to other GBC campuses, with or without reasonable accommodation as per the Americans with Disabilities Act, with possible overnight stays to coordinate students and programs throughout the service area. There must be a commitment to the GBC mission to serve rural Nevada. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in several state-wide or national meetings each year that require overnight travel.

Compensation Grade

Academic Faculty – 3

B Contract - 9 month (end of August to mid May) working contract paid over 12 months.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $50,000 - $95,000

Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets.

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at Great Basin College

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
• 12 paid holidays
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Generous sick leave with a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• Com Psych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
• No state income tax!
• Free Parking

Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

Great Basin College is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner.

Join Our Team & Make an Impact!

If you are a passionate nursing professional eager to educate, mentor, and shape the future of healthcare, we encourage you to apply!

Apply today and help train the next generation of nurses at Great Basin College!

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