Practical Nursing Faculty
About The Position
Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is seeking a full-time, one-year fixed-term Practical Nursing Instructor for the 2026–2027 academic year. This role offers an opportunity to shape the next generation of nurses by sharing knowledge, mentoring students, and making a lasting impact, while enjoying a more balanced schedule than traditional clinical roles. RCTC provides a collaborative, student-centered environment with supported faculty who are encouraged to bring real-world experience into the classroom. This position is ideal for experienced educators or clinicians considering a transition into teaching, who are committed to excellence, innovation, and student success.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or a graduate degree in support of the field of nursing and/or education with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing if the graduate degree is not in Nursing.
- Two full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a registered nurse at the professional level.
- Experientially qualified to accomplish the mission, goals, and expected student and faculty outcomes; including experiential preparation in the areas the faculty will teach.
- One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field.
- Current unencu mbered licensure as a registered nurse (RN) with current registration in Minnesota.
- Compliance with clinical affiliate policies for attending on-site clinical teaching assignments.
- Cover Letter that addresses the qualifications and experiences required
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of transcript(s) -undergraduate and graduate
- Copies of professional licenses, if required for qualification purposes.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Nursing Education.
- A diverse clinical background.
- Experience using contemporary teaching and learning techniques
- Experience using a variety of delivery methods, including but not limited to simulation, laboratory and clinical instruction and evaluation.
- Previous teaching experience in nursing education.
Responsibilities
- Classroom teaching and other contacts with students form the core of the faculty work assignment.
- Participate in department and college curriculum development.
- Deliver classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
- Conduct classroom assessment and evaluation activities.
- Participate in committee assignments and college-wide initiatives.
- Participate in department accreditation and review.
- Engage in professional development activities.
- Advocate on behalf of students, program, and college.
- Student advising, course evaluation, classroom preparation, the evaluation of student performance, committee assignments, classroom research and community service as part of the overall work assignment.
Benefits
- 11 paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
- a Pension Plan
- 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
- pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
- employer paid life insurance
- short and long term disability
- professional development
- a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
