About this role
RN (Medical-Surgical) Clinical Instructor
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing | Success Education Colleges (SEC)
Shape the Future of Nursing
For over 60 years, Success Education Colleges (SEC), including Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing, North-West College, Glendale Career College, and Nevada Career Institute, has been preparing students for rewarding healthcare careers through quality, affordable education.
As Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing continues to expand its nursing programs, including its Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)-approved Associate of Arts in Nursing degree, we are seeking experienced, passionate Registered Nurses to join our team as Adjunct Clinical Instructors in Medical-Surgical Nursing.
If you are a dedicated nurse who enjoys mentoring future healthcare professionals, influencing clinical excellence, and making a lasting impact on patient care through education, we invite you to become part of our mission.
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Why Join Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing?
- Make a meaningful impact on the next generation of nurses
- Flexible adjunct scheduling with clinical rotations available throughout the week
- Work alongside experienced nursing educators and healthcare professionals
- Contribute to a growing BRN-approved nursing program
- Support students using evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and clinical excellence
- Opportunity to share your expertise while maintaining clinical practice
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Position Summary
The Adjunct RN Clinical Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality clinical instruction, mentorship, and evaluation of nursing students in assigned medical-surgical clinical settings. Faculty members are expected to uphold the standards established by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), the Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing Faculty Handbook, and the College Handbook.
Faculty serve as role models for professional nursing practice and are responsible for integrating:
- Jean Watson's Theory of Caring
- Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competencies
- Evidence-based nursing practice
- The Nursing Process throughout clinical instruction
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Educational Philosophy
Jean Watson's Theory of Caring
Faculty are expected to integrate Watson's Theory of Caring into clinical education and professional practice by:
- Demonstrating carative factors during clinical instruction and discussions
- Incorporating caring science into classroom and clinical experiences
- Sharing current literature related to caring theory
- Embedding caring concepts into assignments, evaluations, competency assessments, examinations, and post-clinical conferences
QSEN Integration
Faculty will incorporate QSEN competencies throughout clinical education, including:
- Patient-Centered Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Safety
- Informatics
Faculty will help students understand healthcare systems, improve clinical judgment, and develop a culture of safety and quality care.
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Key Responsibilities
Clinical Instruction & Student Development
- Supervise and evaluate nursing students in assigned clinical settings
- Facilitate clinical learning experiences that promote critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
- Guide students in applying the nursing process to patient care
- Conduct student performance assessments and provide timely feedback
- Support remediation plans and individualized student development
- Promote professional nursing behaviors, accountability, and ethical practice
Clinical Excellence & Patient Care
- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for evidence-based nursing practice
- Assist students in developing comprehensive patient assessments and care plans
- Model safe, patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Encourage application of research findings and quality improvement principles
Leadership & Collaboration
- Collaborate with lead instructors, nursing faculty, and healthcare facility personnel
- Participate in program improvement initiatives and curriculum support activities
- Foster positive relationships with students, colleagues, and clinical partners
- Promote teamwork, communication, and professional development
Evaluation & Documentation
- Monitor student clinical performance and competency achievement
- Complete required evaluations, attendance records, and documentation
- Maintain compliance with program standards and BRN requirements
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with patient privacy regulations
Laboratory Instruction
The instructor may oversee and facilitate laboratory sessions, providing hands-on clinical skills instruction, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.
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BRN Faculty Designations
Faculty appointments are based on California BRN requirements and qualifications.
Instructor
- BRN-approved Instructor
- Bachelor's or Master's-prepared nurse
- Teaches theory and/or clinical courses
- Coordinates designated nursing areas in theory and clinical settings
- Provides supervision and guidance to assistant instructors and clinical teaching assistants
Assistant Instructor
- BRN-approved Assistant Instructor
- Bachelor's-prepared nurse
- Teaches within designated nursing specialty areas
Clinical Teaching Assistant
- BRN-approved Clinical Teaching Assistant
- Minimum of one year continuous full-time RN experience in designated specialty area within the previous five years
Content Expert Requirements (BRN Section 1425(d))
Must possess:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes nursing coursework or relevant biological, behavioral, or social sciences
- Direct patient care experience within the previous five years, including either:
One year of full-time direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse in the assigned specialty area, OR
- One academic year of RN-level clinical teaching experience in the designated specialty area demonstrating clinical competency
Qualifications
Qualifications
Required
- Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- BLS certification
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing (based on faculty classification level)
- Ability to meet and maintain California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) faculty approval requirements
- Strong clinical knowledge in Medical-Surgical Nursing or assigned specialty area
- Proven leadership, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and evaluate nursing students
- Ability to articulate and apply nursing theory and clinical practice principles
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English
Preferred
- ACLS and PALS certifications when applicable to assigned clinical area
- Specialty nursing certification
- Two years of successful nursing experience with specialty experience preferred
- Previous clinical instruction, precepting, charge nurse, staff development, or educational experience
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Compensation
- Bachelor's Degree: $50/hour
- Master's Degree: $55/hour
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), SEC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss accommodation needs with the employer.
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Apply Today
If you are passionate about advancing nursing education, mentoring emerging healthcare professionals, and contributing to excellence in patient care, we encourage you to apply.
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