Lecturer of Nursing

Nevada State University School of Nursing invites applications for the position of 12-Month Lecturer of Nursing. The Lecturer of Nursing is primarily dedicated to a growing on-the-ground pre-licensure BSN program. The successful applicant will minimally hold an MSN degree, an unencumbered Nevada Registered Nurse license or ability to obtain prior to employment and at least three years of direct patient care experience.
* Teach 30 credits per academic year across two semesters.
* Teach upper-level courses in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
* Serve on departmental and college-wide committees.
* Conduct required weekly office hours.
* Be available to students, staff, and faculty.
* Student advising.
* Participate in college-wide events.
* Engage in scholarly activity in accordance with expectations for promotion and tenure.
* Use experience as a nurse educator to act as a faculty resource.
* Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the School of Nursing.
* MSN from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Education.
* Three (3) years of direct patient care experience.
* Evidence of strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduate nursing students.
* Possession of, or eligibility for, an unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Nevada.
* Commitment to creating an academic environment that supports students while holding them accountable for meeting minimum expectations.
* Personal commitment to professional accountability and behaviors.
* Commitment to the promotion of Caring Science in every interaction with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
* Highly effective oral communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).
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* Please note:

** Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Certified Nurse Educator.
* Full-time experience teaching nursing at the BSN or higher degree level.
* Previous experience with higher education nursing curriculum and/or course development.
* Previous experience with accreditation (CCNE, CNEA, ACEN, or regional academic agencies).
* Experience with simulated learning in nursing education.
* Active participation in professional organizations.
** Rank,

Salary & Benefits:

** 12-month. Non-tenure track. Budgeted salary for this position is commensurate with experience. Nevada State University offers excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

** This Posting is Open Until Filled
** The posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications to begin on
** Tuesday, September 30, 2025**. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by September 29 for full consideration.

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* Detailed CV or resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
* Letter of interest indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
* Statement of Teaching Philosophy;
* Names and contact information of three references, at least one of whom can speak to your teaching ability (you will be notified before references are contacted).Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction,…