Adjunct Clinical Faculty

Who We Are

Ferrum College is committed to providing students with meaningful educational opportunities that support their academic and professional development. The Nursing Division prepares students for the nursing profession through clinical instruction, hands-on learning, and guidance from qualified nursing professionals.

What We’re Looking For

Ferrum College is seeking a qualified and dedicated Adjunct Clinical Faculty member to support the Nursing Division. This individual will be responsible for planning, teaching, supervising, and evaluating nursing students in designated clinical settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, effective teaching abilities, and a commitment to helping students develop the skills necessary to provide safe, quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Instruction and Student Supervision

• Plan, teach, and evaluate students in designated clinical areas.
• Supervise nursing students participating in clinical activities.
• Review clinical objectives with students and ensure clinical instruction aligns with course requirements.
• Select patient assignments and learning opportunities that support course objectives.
• Provide supervision and guidance to students in applying the nursing process.
• Conduct pre- and post-clinical conferences as needed.
• Complete midterm and final student evaluations using the QSEN clinical evaluation process.
• Provide student support, remediation, and tutoring as needed.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Coordinate with course faculty regarding clinical rotation plans, assigned clinical agencies, and student group assignments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and personnel at clinical agencies.
• Become familiar with the Nursing Program's philosophy, objectives, and policies.
• Maintain familiarity with the Ferrum College catalog and applicable College policies.

Professional Development and Student Support

• Maintain current knowledge and proficiency in the assigned clinical specialty.
• Use a variety of teaching and learning strategies to encourage inquiry and promote student learning.
• Serve as a role model, resource, and source of guidance for nursing students.
• Maintain excellent and consistent service to students.
• Attend meetings and programs as designated by the Dean and/or College.
• Participate in professional organizations at the local, state, and/or national levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

You are a dedicated nursing professional who values student learning, patient safety, and quality clinical care. You bring strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to guide students in applying nursing principles in real-world settings. You work collaboratively with faculty and clinical agency personnel and are committed to maintaining professional standards while supporting the development of future nurses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Nursing degree from an accredited college or university at the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) level.
• RN Licensure: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license or multistate licensure privilege authorizing practice in Virginia.
• Clinical Practice Background: A minimum of two years of direct client care as a Registered Nurse.
• Clinical Specialty: Documentation demonstrating a background in the specialty area in which students will be supervised, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Additional BSN Requirements: Clinical faculty members with a BSN must hold an alternative credential to meet clinical faculty requirements. Acceptable credentials include:
  • Current certification in the specialty area related to the clinical assignment.
  • Two years of active nursing clinical practice.
  • Current certification as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) or Certified Nurse Educator–Clinical (CNEcl).

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach, supervise, and evaluate nursing students in clinical settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with clinical agency personnel and nursing faculty.
• Commitment to student support, professional development, and safe patient care.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

This part-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to nursing education by helping students connect classroom learning with clinical practice. Adjunct Clinical Faculty members play an important role in developing students' clinical judgment, professional confidence, and commitment to safe, quality patient care.

What We Offer

Ferrum College offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative educational community and support the development of future nursing professionals. This part-time role provides an opportunity to share professional knowledge and clinical expertise while helping prepare students for careers in nursing.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Interested candidates should submit the following materials for consideration:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Completed Employment Application

Ferrum College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.