Practical Nursing Adjunct Instructor

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is accepting applications for the Practical Nursing Adjunct Instructor position to work at the TCAT Knoxville Main Campus. This position will typically work 18 to 30 hours per week.

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM

The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Graduates will obtain a diploma in Practical Nursing and may then be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) used to obtain nursing licensure in Tennessee. Practical Nursing is entry-level nursing. Graduates are prepared with the background and skills to give knowledgeable, basic nursing care to patients with varying degrees of physical needs. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) work under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors. Positions are available in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physician's offices, home health agencies, and various other healthcare settings.

Job Duties

• Teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.
• Evaluating and advising students.
• Maintaining and completing reports.
• Participating in the development of the program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with an active license in Tennessee as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an RN within the last five years.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
• Teaching experience.

SALARY

This position's rate of pay is $35.00 per hour.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW

• To be considered for a position at TCAT Knoxville, you must create and submit an online application that includes your required documents.
• Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application.
• Please be sure to include the complete beginning and end dates under your employment history.
• Scan/Upload and attach required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format.
• Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Educational transcripts/diploma
• Industry licensure and/or certifications

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted until January 5th, 2026.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS

• Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment.
• Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.
• An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.