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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing

Rasmussen University

Mankato, Minnesota

RN · Mental Health · Psychiatric

Posted Jul 23

Hours a week
15
Unit
Psych

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
15 hours
Term
Travel
Setting
School
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
$11/hr below the median
This role$38/hr
Mental Health in Minnesota$49/hr

The median for Mental Health in Minnesota is $49/hr, across 7 postings.

Overtime
$38/hr

About this role

Mental Health Nursing Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time)

Rasmussen University

Do you have a passion for nursing and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Nursing program at our Mankato campus.

Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of nurses. Our nursing courses provide the knowledge, clinical skills, and nursing values critical for students to be successful in this field.

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No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!

Essential Duties &

Responsibilities

Teaching lecture, laboratory, and clinical practicum courses in the Nursing program as assigned. These courses may be on campus or at off-site clinical partner locations. Usage of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning for a diverse student population. Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students.

Compensation, Benefits &

Schedule

Part-Time flexible campus and clinical-based scheduling which generally consists of 10-15 hours per week/course Competitive hourly rates based on course types and schedule. Details are outlined clearly as you move forward in the hiring process a schedule is confirmed Rasmussen's generous continuing education benefits, employee stock purchase plan and 401K plan are available for part-time employee participation

Requirements

A Master's degree in Nursing Documented experience in Mental Health roles Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required

Benefits &

Compensation

Rasmussen University offers a robust total rewards program that includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. These offerings are meant to support your well-being, offer recognition opportunities and provide personal and career growth resources and support.

Our defined compensation structure is market competitive and is built to reward performance. Our Residential Part-Time (Adjunct) Nursing Instructor roles have individual assignment responsibilities that may vary from classroom instruction, simulation and skills labs, as well as off-site clinicals. A reasonable estimate of the current range for these roles based on duties is between $38.00 to $60.00 per hour. We take a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including but not limited to: job and level hired into, location, skill set; experience and training; peer compensation and other business and organizational needs. This range is subject to change.

Pay is just one component of our total rewards package. Our part-time employees are eligible for our 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching, paid sick leave, a robust learning management system and individual development planning. We also offer continuing education benefits for part-time employees comprised of a tuition reduction on courses taken within our family of brands. We are committed to supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

About Us

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U. S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org), is dedicated to changing lives and the comm

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Requirements

  • A Master's degree in Nursing
  • Documented experience in Mental Health roles
  • Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate
  • 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred
  • Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered
  • Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution
  • Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required
  • Benefits &

Benefits

  • 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Paid sick leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Continuing education benefits (tuition reduction on courses)
  • Robust learning management system and individual development planning
  • Flexible scheduling

Place

City
Mankato, Minnesota
Rent against this pay
46% of monthly gross
This role$1,132/mo rent
Monthly gross$2,470/mo

$1,132 median rent against $2,470 a month at $38/hr for 15 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.

Local household income
$66,873/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
9% below the national average

Mankato area index 91.0, where 100 is the national average.

Mankato sits along the Minnesota River in southern Minnesota, blending college-town energy with river-valley scenery. Home to Minnesota State University, the city offers outdoor recreation and a steady midwestern pace. A practical pick for RNs seeking a smaller community with a regional healthcare presence.

Map showing the location of Mankato, MN
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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.

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You are looking at part-time adjunct nursing instructor work at Rasmussen University’s Fort Myers campus. The role is built around lecture, skills/simulation lab, and clinical practicum—often in Mental and Behavioral Health, Maternal-Child, or general nursing—so your bedside experience is what…

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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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