Adjunct Faculty

Missouri Southern State University • Joplin, MO

17h

About The Position

Clinical Adjunct Faculty Pre-Licensure BSN Program Missouri Southern State University Department of Nursing Position Start Date: Fall 2026 Semester The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Nursing Department is seeking dedicated and student-centered Adjunct Faculty to teach in the Pre-Licensure BSN Program beginning Fall 2026 . These positions support our commitment to preparing safe, competent, and compassionate entry-level registered nurses. Position Overview Adjunct Faculty will teach in one or more of the following areas: Adult Health Nursing Pediatric Nursing Foundational Concepts of Nursing Skills Laboratory instruction Clinical instruction in assigned units/settings Schedule assignments vary by course and clinical needs, and flexibility is greatly appreciated . Adjunct Faculty are compensated on a per credit hour basis.

Requirements

• Unencumbered RN license in the state of Missouri or a compact state
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• At least 2 years of experience as an RN working in acute care, specialty area, or community/school setting.
• All candidates must hold an unencumbered RN license (Missouri or a compact state).

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree in Nursing (MSN)
• At least 1 year of teaching or clinical precepting experience (students or new graduate nurses)
• Unencumbered RN license in the state of Missouri or a compact state
• Prior experience teaching in a pre-licensure nursing program
• Experience supervising students in acute care settings
• Strong communication and professional mentoring skills
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Currently enrolled in a Masters in Nursing (MSN) program
• BSN-prepared nurse with documented teaching or precepting experience

Responsibilities

• Facilitating student learning in clinical, laboratory, or classroom environments
• Supervising students in hospital and community settings
• Providing student coaching, evaluation, and performance feedback
• Supporting course faculty with the implementation of the curriculum
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation related to student performance
• Ensuring safe, effective, and professional practice within all learning environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time