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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing

Rasmussen University

Rockford, Illinois

RN · Mental Health · Psychiatric

Posted Jul 23

Unit
Psych

What the listing says

Role

Term
Travel
Setting
School
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
$5/hr above the median
This role$49/hr
Psychiatric in Illinois$44/hr

The median for Psychiatric in Illinois is $44/hr, across 8 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.

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.

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.

*Some programs not available to residents of all states.

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 communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country.

The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student's first credential to their la

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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
  • Robust learning management system
  • Individual development planning
  • Continuing education benefits (tuition reduction on courses)
  • Competitive compensation

Place

City
Rockford, Illinois
Median rent
$985/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$54,752/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
8% below the national average

Rockford area index 92.2, where 100 is the national average.

Rockford sits along the Rock River in northern Illinois, offering a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Known as the 'Forest City,' it features extensive parkland and a growing healthcare sector. The downtown area continues to revitalize, while nearby state parks provide weekend escapes for nurses seeking balance between career and lifestyle.

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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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