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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for Adjunct Clinical Instructor openings in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.
Adjunct Clinical Instructors play an essential role in preparing future nurses by providing clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation of undergraduate nursing students in a variety of healthcare settings throughout the region.
Job Duties
- Teach and supervise undergraduate nursing clinical courses and/or laboratory experiences as assigned.
- Facilitate student learning and help students integrate nursing theory into clinical practice.
- Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
- Maintain effective communication with course coordinators, faculty, clinical agency personnel, and students.
- Ensure compliance with program, college, university, and clinical agency requirements.
- Adjunct instructors normally teach one to two clinical sections per semester, based on program needs.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Master's degree in Nursing required; doctoral degree preferred.
- Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
- Recent clinical nursing experience preferred.
- Previous teaching or clinical instruction experience is desirable.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Application Materials
To be considered for this opening, applications must be submitted electronically and include:
- A cover letter detailing qualifications and relevant clinical and teaching experience.
- A current curriculum vitae or résumé.
- Candidates should be prepared to provide unofficial transcripts and official transcripts upon request.
- Candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references, if requested.
Failure to submit all required application materials may result in the candidate not being considered for employment.
Appointment Information
This is a one-semester, non-tenure-line appointment with the possibility of reappointment based on program needs, performance, and available funding. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed as instructional needs arise.
About Penn State Fayette
Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, offers students the opportunity to earn a Penn State degree in a close-knit learning environment committed to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing seeks dedicated nurse educators who are committed to developing the next generation of professional nurses.
For more information about the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing, please visit https://www.nursing.psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.