Instructor of Nursing

Position Title: Instructor of Nursing Compensation: $4,000 - $6,000 per course per semester Department: School of Nursing - Temp (Karrie Osborne) Start Date: 08/17/2026 Overview The School of Nursing welcomes applications from Master’s-prepared nurse educators with clinical experience for part‑time, adjunct faculty positions. Work assignments, modalities, days, times, and locations vary. The School has clinical instructional opportunities for well‑qualified nurse educators Tues. through Sun. - morning, afternoon, and evening - in our expanding undergraduate program. Candidates must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Responsibilities Teach in classroom, clinical, and/or simulation environments in baccalaureate courses for adult health, medical‑surgical, psychiatric mental health, pediatrics, critical care, childbearing families, and other courses as appropriate. Teach in the Family Nurse Practitioner, Educator, and/or Administrator Track of the MS in Nursing program. Keep abreast of recent developments in nursing and incorporate them into teaching. Actively contribute to the professional life of the School of Nursing, the College of Health, and Ball State University. Teach in classroom, clinical, and/or simulation environments in baccalaureate courses and/or teach in the online MS in Nursing program. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university by the date of appointment. Clinical nursing experience in the area of teaching. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to use and integrate technology in nursing education. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience in higher education. Earned doctorate in nursing or related field from an accredited college or university. Certifications & Licensing Current unencumbered State of Indiana Registered Nurse License by date of appointment. National certification as an NP (if teaching in the FNP track of the MS program). Benefits Ball State University offers comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (with contribution from the university), and a wide range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits such as covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. Equal Opportunity Employer Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact the Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity and ADA Coordinator for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ball State University