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Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing

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Job Description - Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing

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Position Title:

Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor - Nursing

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Clinical Instructor

Job Duties:

UWM is a Carnegie R1 institution with strong community engagement and an access mission. Our institution has a deep commitment to the success of all students, particularly those who have been historically underrepresented in higher education. 

The Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor position within the School of Nursing may teach courses in the classroom, clinical (hospital and long term care), community settings, health assessment clinical, and/or clinical laboratory for the School of Nursing at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and/or University of Wisconsin-Parkside (Racine/Kenosha) and may include locations in classroom (in-person or virtual), clinical and community settings in southeastern WI.   

Opportunities exist for instructors across multiple clinical programs, including undergraduate, direct-entry master’s and Doctor of nursing practice. We are specifically seeking candidates with expertise in the following areas: 

  • Medical/Surgical 

  • ICU/Emergency 

  • Intermediate/Progressive/Step-Down 

  • Pediatrics 

  • Orthopedic  

  • Care of ventilated patients 

  • Cardiac 

  • Maternal and infant nursing 

  • OB 

Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee or UW-Parkside campuses. 

The target start date for the position is August 24, 2026.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department:

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, global health, health care administration, nursing, the rehabilitation sciences, and sustainable peacebuilding serving 2300+ students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand, which has enabled us to establish a distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovation for southeastern Wisconsin. Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends. 

 

UWM School of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Nursing (MN), Master of Sustainable Peacebuilding (MSP), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs. UW-Milwaukee offers the BS in Nursing at UWM and UW-Parkside through a consortial partnership. Students are placed in clinical sites throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in proximity to each campus location. 

Compensation: 

The target hiring range for this part time position is $54,000 - $56,500 on a 9-month basis at 100%. Salary will be prorated based on the appointment length and FTE Final salary offer will be contingent upon degree and the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process. 

 Qualifications: 

  • Enrolled in, or completion of, a Master of Nursing or Doctoral Nursing degree program 

  • Current unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in WI or ability to become licensed as RN in WI. The RN license must be valid by August 1, 2026. 

  • Evidence of at least one year of clinical practice experience in nursing 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Preferred 50% completion of Master of Nursing degree, or equivalent progression through a doctoral nursing program 

  • Master of Nursing degree 

  • Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and/or PhD in a related field 

  • Evidence of at least two years of clinical practice experience in nursing, ideally within the last five years  

  • Clinical and/or theory teaching experience in a nursing program 

  • Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) 

  • Advanced practice registered nurse, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist 

Expertise particularly in one or more of the following areas: 

  • Medical/Surgical 

  • ICU/Emergency 

  • Intermediate/Progressive/Step-Down 

  • Pediatrics 

  • Orthopedic  

  • Care of ventilated patients 

  • Cardiac 

  • Maternal and infant nursing 

  • OB 

Additional expertise areas that may also be considered: 

  • Long-Term Care, Memory Care, Rehabilitation Units, and/or Skilled Nursing Facilities 

  • Population/Community health 

  • Health Care Systems 

  • Gerontology 

  • Mental Health 

  • Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 

  • Psychomotor skills and simulation 

 

How to Apply: 

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide (1) a cover letter that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications (2) a resume.  PLEASE NOTE: resume and cover letter will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application. 

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be considered. 

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.  

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of June 1, 2026 To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by May 31, 2026. Application materials received after May 31, 2026 may not receive consideration. Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse ([email protected]).

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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