Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor (Western Region)

Nightingale Education Group • Pocatello, ID

17h • $93,500 - $102,850 • Onsite

About The Position

The Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor (internally referred to as Assistant Professor, Nursing Education) facilitates on-ground education instruction by incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies, and other industry trends reflecting advancements in the discipline by promoting an interdisciplinary approach to advanced practice nursing education and healthcare delivery within and outside the College. The incumbent will be accountable for delivering the nursing curriculum in accordance with the Program's mission, vision, values, and purposes. The Assistant Professor will engage with learners in all aspects of the nursing education process, including evaluating the potential for achievement in the program, and is accountable for Nursing Education Services' successful attainment of key performance indicators, program and functional outcomes, and the success of the College’s mission. The Assistant Professor functions as a valued team member within the nursing faculty.

Requirements

• Earned Graduate degree with a major in nursing from an accredited institution supplemented by 0-1 year of relevant experience.
• Active, unencumbered RN or APRN license from state of residence and ability to obtain RN and NP licensure in any jurisdiction required by the College, including a valid multi-state license.
• Either has an earned Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential or commits to obtaining this certification within a one-year period.
• Maintains current knowledge in multiple areas of nursing practice.
• Two (2) years of experience in clinical nursing, within the past five (5) years.
• Maintains immunizations and certification records as required by accreditation, facility, or state board of nursing.
• The Nursing faculty assigned to clinical instruction must be able to perform the following essential physical functions, with or without reasonable accommodation: Stand and walk for prolonged periods during clinical instruction (up to 12 hours).
• Move throughout clinical units and partner facilities to observe and supervise learners.
• Assist in demonstrating clinical skills that require reaching, bending, stooping, and manual dexterity.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull educational equipment, simulation mannequins, supplies, or teaching materials weighing up to 25-50 pounds.
• Respond rapidly in clinical environments in emergency situations to ensure learner and patient safety.
• Visually assess learner performance, patient conditions, equipment readings, and environmental safety conditions.
• Communicate effectively in busy or noisy clinical environments, including speaking clearly through PPE.
• Maintain the physical and mental stamina required for supervising multiple learners while navigating clinical workflows.
• Clinical environments may require exposure to bodily fluids, biohazards, cleaning agents, and standard healthcare PPE.
• Requires travel to various clinical partner sites and the ability to enter and navigate healthcare facilities.
• Position involves variable schedules depending on facility access, including early mornings, nights, or extended clinical shifts.
• All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will cover travel, lodging, and other accommodations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience supervising clinical education activities preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in delivery of Concept-Based Nursing Education is preferred.
• One (1) year of distance education experience preferred.
• Familiarity with learning management software, Canvas preferred.
• Proficiency in modern technology platforms and ability to quickly adapt to various software.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates learning in the various supervised on-ground focused education (SOFE) sites, including clinical, simulation, or skills labs across the United States.
• Responsible for teaching and evaluating learners in the Practical Nursing, Baccalaureate, and Master’s Degree Nursing Programs.
• Monitors, engages, and maintains open communication with learners in all aspects of the nursing education process, including attendance, performance, comprehension, and evaluation in accordance with course outcomes, and submits required reports according to published deadlines.
• Adheres to and holds learners accountable for partner facilities’ expectations.
• Attends nursing faculty meetings, participates in committees, engages in shared decision-making, and other faculty activities as required.
• May be assigned to various modalities, including experiential, didactic, evaluations, and NCLEX coaching based on the needs of the College.
• May carry additional teaching load outside of primary assignment.
• Participates in the successful implementation of other functional projects as they arise.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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