Graduate Nursing Programs Adjunct Faculty - Academic Year 2026-2027

ETSU • Johnson City, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Nursing invites applications for adjunct faculty in the
Department of Graduate Programs to provide instruction and supervision in
clinical settings for 2026-2027 Academic Year (Fall/Spring/Summer semesters.)

The adjunct faculty member will facilitate student learning in alignment with
course objectives, emphasizing safe, evidence-based nursing practice. The role
is primarily clinical, with opportunities to teach across a variety of
healthcare environments. Clinical assignment opportunities are available in
multiple program tracks, including evenings and weekends. Adjunct faculty must
have an on-site presence and are required to engage in classroom, lab,
simulation, and clinical-based teaching, supporting the development of future
nursing professionals.

Adjunct faculty will join a dynamic group of nursing educators with a strong
commitment to student success through innovative evidence-based teaching
strategies, interprofessional collaboration, and fostering an environment where
every student feels valued and supported.

This role requires regular, in-person attendance at East Tennessee State
University in Johnson City, TN. Candidates must be able to travel to clinical
sites as assigned.

Requirements

• Must hold an earned PhD, DNP, or EDD for didactic role or MSN for clinical practice role.
• Active unencumbered APRN and RN licenses in the State of Tennessee/compact or multi-state must be obtained before hire date.
• Current national certification as a nurse practitioner within the population focus for teaching area.
• Minimum of two (2) years of current clinical experience as a board-certified advanced practice nurse (APRN).
• Knowledge of computer/audiovisual software and technology, including learning management systems and supplemental instructional platforms.
• Knowledge of evidence-based nursing education practices.
• Knowledge of nursing accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of current healthcare practices including current technologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a wide range of faculty, staff, students, and clinical partners.
• Ability to travel to clinical agencies based on workload assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in Pediatrics and Women’s Health nurse practitioner concentrations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning in alignment with course objectives, emphasizing safe, evidence-based nursing practice.
• Engage in classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical-based teaching.
• Travel to clinical sites as assigned.
• Travel to other campus sites for teaching as per workload negotiation.
• Effectively engage and motivate students.
• Work collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, and clinical partners.
• Engage in clinical teaching as per workload assignment.

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
• For information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ [https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree