Adjunct Faculty, Vocational Nursing - Instructor - San Marcos

Stanbridge University • San Marcos, CA

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Stanbridge University is recruiting Adjunct Vocational Nursing faculty for ongoing and future teaching needs across its campuses and specialty areas. Instructors educate and mentor vocational nursing students through classroom theory, skills laboratory instruction, and supervised clinical practice, preparing them for safe, competent, and compassionate entry-level nursing practice. Assignments are based on clinical expertise, program needs, and faculty availability. High-need areas include Fundamentals, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics (Maternal–Newborn Nursing), Pediatrics, and Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing. Candidates should be comfortable teaching across classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical environments; candidates with experience in at least two of these settings will be considered. Instruction may take place at campuses in Irvine, Alhambra, San Marcos, and Riverside, as well as approved clinical sites. Compensation is $40.00–$50.00 per hour, based on education, experience, specialty expertise, and internal equity considerations. The role offers flexible part-time scheduling opportunities. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required before hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the university does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

• Current, active California Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least four years of clinical nursing experience within the past five years.
• At least one year of acute care experience within the past five years.
• At least one year of clinical nursing experience in the applicable specialty area within the past five years; experience must be documented and verifiable.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
• Up-to-date immunization records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office unless otherwise noted.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, perform program-related physical duties, use keyboards and office equipment, communicate verbally in person and by phone, read fine print, operate computers, and lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; employment-based immigration sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or precepting experience.
• ATI and CourseKey experience.
• Comfort teaching across classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical environments.
• Experience in at least two of the three instructional settings: theory, skills lab, or clinical.
• Recent clinical experience in Fundamentals, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics (Maternal–Newborn Nursing), Pediatrics, or Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical and/or theory instruction using approved course materials.
• Develop instructional strategies that engage students and promote clinical judgment.
• Evaluate student competency using established clinical and academic standards.
• Facilitate the integration of theory into clinical practice.
• Ensure patient safety and compliance with clinical agency and university policies.
• Lead pre- and post-clinical conferences to reinforce learning.
• Engage students in reflective practice and critical thinking.
• Foster a professional learning environment that promotes accountability, integrity, and collaboration.
• Support student success through active engagement and instructional flexibility.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student grades, attendance, and performance.
• Maintain current knowledge of clinical practice and instructional content.
• Participate in department meetings and shared governance activities as required.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time scheduling opportunities.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on future healthcare professionals.
• Collaborative and mission-driven academic environment.
• Access to innovative learning technologies and simulation-based education.
• Networking and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities with healthcare educators and clinicians.
• Participation in university events, faculty engagement activities, and professional workshops.
• Work/Life Balance initiatives.
• Employee Assistance and wellness resources, where applicable.
• Faculty mentorship and instructional support.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time