Travel Clinical Nurse Instructor; Utah Area

Travel Clinical Nurse Instructor (Utah Area)

Western Region (States in the AK, HI, Mountain, and Pacific Time Zones)

Nightingale College is a nursing school focused on transforming healthcare access. Our faculty are central to this mission, guiding learners across diverse programs.

This is an immersive, on-the-ground clinical education role. You will travel to healthcare facilities across the country to guide learners through clinical experiences and meet them where they are. As an Assistant Professor, Experiential Learning
, you will facilitate clinical instruction at supervised on-ground focused education (SOFE) sites, working across Nightingale’s Practical Nursing, Practical to Associate Degree Nursing, and Baccalaureate Nursing programs.

A few things to be upfront about:

• Travel: This role requires 100% travel to clinical sites. You will generally be placed within your designated region, but occasionally may travel beyond it. Travel and lodging are covered.
• Schedule: You will work across spring, summer, and fall semesters (each 15 weeks), with at least 11 weeks per semester dedicated to clinical rotations. Remaining weeks support onboarding, certifications, and faculty responsibilities.

• Facilitate learner instruction across clinical settings at partner facilities nationwide
• Teach and evaluate learners enrolled in PN, LPN to ASN, and BSN programs
• Monitor learner attendance, performance, and comprehension — maintain open communication and submit required performance grades on time
• Uphold partner facility standards and hold learners accountable to them
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and shared governance
• Contribute to faculty development and institutional initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate degree with a major in nursing from an accredited institution
• Active, unencumbered RN or APRN license (state of residence) with the ability to obtain licensure in any required jurisdiction, including a valid multi-state license
• Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential — or a commitment to obtaining it within one year of hire
• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience within the past 5 years
• Current immunization and certification records as required by accreditation, facility, or state board of nursing
• Proficiency in modern technology platforms with the ability to adapt quickly to new software

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience supervising clinical education activities
• 1 year of experience delivering Concept-Based Nursing Education
• 1 year of distance education experience
• Familiarity with Canvas or similar learning management software

This role requires physical presence and stamina in active clinical environments. You should be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours) during clinical instruction
• Demonstrate skills requiring reaching, bending, and manual dexterity
• Lift, carry, or move educational equipment up to 25–50 lbs
• Respond rapidly in clinical settings, including emergency situations
• Communicate effectively in busy environments, including while wearing PPE

Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals.

At Nightingale, faculty are community members contributing to closing healthcare gaps. You’ll work with a collaborative team, have access to professional development, and contribute to improved learner and patient outcomes.

Nightingale College utilizes a faculty ladder (Instructor through Professor) to determine title and placement. Level is determined at time of offer based on degree and academic experience.

Equal Opportunity
:
Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our learners and collaborators.

Budgeted Hiring Range

$93,500 - $102,850 USD

Note about onboarding
:
All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College covers travel, lodging, and other accommodations.

Our mission focuses on higher learning in healthcare professions, elevating education, health, and employment systems while serving diverse communities. We strive for positive outcomes for learners and communities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.