Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing

Oklahoma City University • Oklahoma City, OK

16h

About The Position

The Kramer School of Nursing at Oklahoma City University invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-track Clinical Instructor or Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing position beginning May 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to the school’s mission through excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship. The position includes classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction in the undergraduate nursing program.

The candidate will prepare and deliver course content in alignment with university, school, and accreditation standards; evaluate student learning outcomes, clinical performance, and competencies; and maintain accurate records. The role also includes scholarship, service to the university and school, support for recruitment, retention, and advising, participation in institutional assessment, and active involvement in professional organizations.

The Kramer School of Nursing, established in 1981, offers traditional and accelerated BSN programs, an online RN-to-BSN program, MSN tracks in Community-based Public Health, Education, and Leadership, a DNP with three nurse practitioner specialty tracks, and a PhD in Nursing. Oklahoma City University is a private, coeducational institution founded in 1904 and located in Oklahoma City.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for undergraduate teaching.
• At least two years of full-time-equivalent clinical practice as a Registered Nurse before the initial teaching appointment, in accordance with the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Effective leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree (PhD, DNP, or related field).
• Clinical and teaching experience; related professional credentials will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge, competence, and certification in the assigned role and population focus, or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Clinical experience in medical-surgical nursing or critical care.
• Ability to provide didactic instruction in undergraduate adult health nursing courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver course content in alignment with university, school, and accreditation standards.
• Evaluate student learning outcomes, clinical performance, and competencies, and maintain accurate records.
• Engage in scholarship that supports the Kramer School of Nursing’s mission and aligns with rank and promotion expectations.
• Participate in service to the university and school, including committee work.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and advising efforts.
• Participate in institutional assessment initiatives.
• Maintain active involvement in professional organizations.
• Adhere to university and school policies and handbooks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• University-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level