Full Time Instructor, School of Nursing - MSN Required
Rasmussen University is seeking an accomplished Master’s or Doctorate-prepared nurse passionate about helping nursing students succeed in meeting their educational goals. This on-site role in Rockford, IL offers a fulfilling yet challenging career opportunity in a growing, fast-paced nursing program.
About the Role
Instructors receive ongoing training and support to build teaching, presentation, and mentoring skills. The position offers flexible work schedules and a full-time workload, typically teaching 4.5-5.5 work units each quarter.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in various modalities while promoting and supporting the vision and mission of Rasmussen University.
- Use effective teaching strategies and multiple techniques to create an engaging, student-centered learning environment.
- Foster high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and synchronous learning sessions.
- Ensure clarity, relevance, and connection of class objectives to course performance.
- Maintain an organized classroom and efficient use of class time.
- Demonstrate mastery of subject matter and effectively articulate concepts to students.
- Play an integral role in curriculum development and assessment for your area of expertise.
- Support student success through availability for synchronous or asynchronous communication and meetings.
- Attend events, programmatic meetings, and committee work as designated by the Dean.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Nursing (required).
- Active Illinois RN license that has never been encumbered.
- At least 2 years of experience in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry/ICU.
- 1 year of clinical experience as an RN (required); 2+ years preferred.
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
- Active CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
- Previous teaching or training experience (preferred).
- Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and leadership abilities.
- Proof of professional licenses/certifications, official transcripts, and applicable faculty immunization documentation required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with a defined structure and performance-based rewards.
- Pay range: $69,400.00 to $93,700.00 (based on factors such as job level, location, experience, and training).
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D.
- Voluntary plan options.
- Continuing education benefit: 100% tuition reduction on courses taken within the university’s family of brands (available for full-time employees).
- Robust learning management system and individual development planning.
About Us
Rasmussen University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, is dedicated to changing lives and communities through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in-person at 20 campuses nationwide. The university emphasizes competency-based education, technology, and transferable skills to support student success from their first credential to their last.