Accelerated BS / CEIN Clinical Instructor

Search # : 499253

Work type : Full-time

Location : Stamford Campus

Categories : Faculty Non Tenure Track

INTRODUCTION

The University of Connecticut, Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing is seeking applications to fill a 9-month, non-tenure track, Clinical Instructor position in the accelerated BS / CEIN track of the Prelicensure program. Under the direction of the Director of the Pre-Licensure program, the Clinical Instructor may be required to teach courses at all campuses the accelerated BS / CEIN track runs, with a primary duty station of Stamford campus. Faculty members may also be required to travel to clinical sites, as needed. Clinical assignments may occasionally require participation on weekends and evenings and necessitate travel to alternate clinical sites or campuses beyond those originally assigned based on program requirements, availability of clinical placements, or specific learning opportunities. Other responsibilities include supervising pre-licensure students in clinical work each semester; apprising each student of their clinical performance on a regular basis; conducting evaluation of individual students’ clinical performance via impromptu meetings and planned evaluation conferences; evaluating students’ written work; and participating in campus laboratory and / or simulation teaching experiences, as required.

In the area of teaching, the successful candidate will share a deep commitment to effective instruction at the undergraduate level, development of innovative course assessments and mentoring of students in research, outreach and professional development. Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through their teaching and / or service engagement the richness of diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must have a master's degree in nursing.
• Current Connecticut RN license (valid as of date of hire, which must be maintained and once available, the multistate compact RN license).
• Three or more years of experience teaching undergraduate students in clinical settings.
• Experience evaluating student performance in clinical training settings.
• Demonstrated communication skills and interpersonal relationship strategies.
• Experience developing effective working relationships with hospitals, clinics, and other community partners.
• Experience evaluating preceptor performance, including in settings outside one’s own area of clinical expertise.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track position subject to annual review. Individuals may attain eligibility for multi-year contracts after the successful completion of a probationary year and five (5) subsequent one-year appointments. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The primary campus appointment for the successful candidate will be at the Stamford campus with the expectation of routine travel to clinical placement sites and occasional travel to UConn’s other regional campuses. For additional information regarding benefits visit : https : / / hr.uconn.edu / health-benefits / .

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of successful candidates is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. It is also contingent on the completion at time of employment, and continued maintenance, of required health indicators (MMR titers, TB status, Hepatitis B, and others as required by clinical agencies) and CPR.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https : / / hr.uconn.edu / jobs , Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499253 and submit the following application materials :

The evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information regarding the Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing please visit their website at uconn.Nursing.edu .

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at https : / / portal.ct.gov / Ethics / Statutes-and-Regulations .

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA / EEO Employer.

Advertised : Oct 10 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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