Instructor in Nursing
University of Pennsylvania
United States

Location: Penn Medicine inpatient units
Clinical Section: Thursdays, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

About the Role

Are you passionate about shaping future generations of nursing? Do you find purpose in mentorship, clinical excellence, and teaching? If you are currently pursuing your MSN, or hold an MSN, DNP, or PhD and have expertise in adult clinical care, consider joining Penn Nursing as a Clinical Instructor for the entry-to-practice course, NURS 5040.

Clinical Instructors guide nursing students through hands-on clinical experiences aligned with course objectives. Responsibilities include:

• Supervising and mentoring students to provide safe, equitable, and high-quality person-centered care

• Assisting in the development of:

  • Clinical judgment and decision-making skills

  • Competency in nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes

  • Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams

  • Evidence-based practice

• Evaluating student performance, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth

Course Overview

NURS 5040 prepares students to care for adults across the continuum of health and illness/injury. The course integrates:

• Symptom and disease management

• Health promotion and disease/injury prevention

• Transitions in care

• Cultural, ethical, and policy considerations

• Interprofessional collaboration

Qualifications

• MSN in progress, or completed MSN, DNP, or PhD in Nursing

• Minimum of 5 years of adult, inpatient RN experience

• Passion for teaching and mentoring

• Commitment to equity, safety, and excellence in nursing practice

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV.

Contact:
Maria White
Email: namowicz@nursing.upenn.edu

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