Clinical Instructor I - School of Nursing

Clinical Instructor I - School of Nursing Position Information Posting Number Posting Number F0492026 Working Title Working Title Clinical Instructor I - School of Nursing Department Org Department Org 344000 - Nursing Why should you work at UCA? We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job‑specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals. Position Summary UCA invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, on-campus Clinical Instructor I (faculty) position. Join a collaborative faculty dedicated to student success and clinical excellence in our CCNE -accredited baccalaureate program. More information about the School of Nursing and its program can be found at . Job Duties and Responsibilities This non‑tenure track position focuses on teaching didactic, clinical, simulation and laboratory courses. The faculty member will facilitate student learning, engage in scholarship/practice, and provide service at the institutional and professional levels. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The candidate MUST : Possess a passion for teaching. Articulate and speak authoritatively about the profession and its future direction. Demonstrate evidence of interpersonal skills, networking abilities, and intraprofessional and interprofessional collaboration. Create an environment that facilitates student learning and the achievement of desired outcomes. Strive to improve teaching on an ongoing basis. Help students integrate the values and behaviors expected of nurses. Use a variety of strategies to assess and evaluate student learning. Assist with formulating program outcomes and designing curricula that reflect contemporary health care trends. Skills Considered Essential for Success Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education. Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures. Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team. Ability to make sound judgments. Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities. Civility in all interactions. Demonstrate effective follow-up. Required Education and/or Experience The candidate MUST have: 1) Master’s degree in nursing. 2) Unencumbered RN license. 3) Clinical and/or teaching experience in Community Health Nursing and/or Nursing Informatics. Candidates with other clinical specialties and job experience will be considered. Must have all clinical requirements mandated by the clinical agencies used for student clinical experiences. These requirements include: 1) MMR (2 vaccines or a positive titer), 2) Varicella (2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer), 3) Hepatitis B (2 part series or positive surface antibodies above 10), 4) Tdap (must be received within the last 10 years), 5) Tb (Initial testing: Interferon-gamma release assay ( IGRA ) or a tuberculin skin test ( TST ) for persons without documented prior testing, TB disease or latent TB infection ( LTBI ). Retesting: No annual retest or routine serial testing at any interval after baseline in the absence of a known exposure or ongoing transmission is required), 6) Influenza vaccine (annually); and 7) current CPR certification BLS from American Health Association. Preferred Education and/or Experience It is PREFERRED that the candidate has:

1. Educational preparation as a nurse educator or experience teaching at the baccalaureate level.
2. Experience with learning management systems and/or online teaching at the baccalaureate or higher degree.
3. Experience with simulation teaching at the baccalaureate level or higher.
4. Education or experience in the following nursing specialty areas: Community Health Nursing and/or Nursing Informatics. Candidates with clinical or job experience(s) in other nursing areas will be considered.

License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) Licensed as an RN in Arkansas University, Campus, and Community Description Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full‑time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. Desired start date 01/01/2027 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite This position may be subject to a pre‑employment criminal, sex‑offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. UCA EEO Statement The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. Open Date Open Date 10/06/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) #J-18808-Ljbffr UCA