Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor (Eastern Region)

Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor (internally referred to as Assistant Professor, Nursing Education) is not a remote or classroom teaching role. Candidates must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time to various locations within their assigned region within the United States: Western Time Zones (AK, HI, Pacific, Mountain), Central Time Zone, Eastern Time Zone. Nursing faculty are required to work all three 15‑week semesters (spring, summer, fall) and clinical rotations take place during at least 11 of these weeks. While the intention is to maintain placement within the collaborator’s designated region, operational needs of the DFCs may occasionally require adjustments outside of that region. This position is not a state‑specific travel position; assignments can be located across the country in any of the Supervised On‑Ground Field Experience (SOFE) Areas. The organization will provide travel and lodging accommodations.

Position Summary

The Travel Nurse Clinical Instructor facilitates on‑ground education instruction by incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting‑edge technologies, and other industry trends. The role promotes an interdisciplinary approach to advanced practice nursing education and healthcare delivery within and outside the College. The incumbent will deliver the nursing curriculum in accordance with the Program’s mission, vision, values, and purposes, engage learners in all aspects of the nursing education process, evaluate potential for achievement, and be accountable for Nursing Education Services’ successful attainment of key performance indicators, program and functional outcomes, and the College’s mission.

Role and Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning in the various supervised on‑ground focused education (SOFE) sites, including clinical, simulation, or skills labs across the United States.
• Teach and evaluate learners in the Practical Nursing, Baccalaureate, and Master’s Degree Nursing Programs.
• Monitor, engage, and maintain open communication with learners in all aspects of the nursing education process, including attendance, performance, comprehension, and evaluation in accordance with course outcomes, and submit required reports according to published deadlines.
• Adhere to and hold learners accountable for partner facilities’ expectations.
• Attend nursing faculty meetings, participate in committees, engage 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.
• Participate in the successful implementation of other functional projects as they arise.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Earned graduate degree 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 have an earned Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential or commit to obtaining this certification within a one‑year period.
• Maintain current knowledge in multiple areas of nursing practice.
• Two (2) years of experience in clinical nursing within the past five (5) years.
• Two (2) years of experience supervising clinical education activities preferred.
• Maintain immunizations and certification records as required by accreditation, facility, or state board of nursing.
• Additional contributions: annual professional development, service as SME, service on committees, and learner load will be congruent with current faculty matrix for the assigned courses.
• One (1) year of experience in delivery of concept‑based nursing education 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Work Environment Conditions

• 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.

Reminder

• This is NOT a remote or classroom teaching role.
• This position requires 100% travel to help facilitate on‑ground clinical experiential learning.
• This is NOT a state‑specific travel position. While the intention is to maintain placement within collaborators’ designated region, operational needs of the DFCs may occasionally require adjustments outside of that region.

Compensation & Faculty Ladder

Nightingale College utilizes a faculty ladder with five levels to determine salary and position title. Nursing Education has the following levels: Instructor, Assistant Professor I, Assistant Professor II, Associate Professor, and Professor. Placement on the faculty ladder is determined at the time of an offer and is based on degree level and years of nursing academia experience.

Budgeted Hiring Range
$93,500—$102,850 USD

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.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.