Position Summary

Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of Southern Indiana seeks applications for a 12-month renewable Instructor in Nursing. The appointment will begin July 1, 2026 or when filled. Remote work may be considered for those beyond a standard commuting range. The candidate would be required to attend one in-person meeting every year.

Duties/Responsibilities 

The Instructor will teach in the graduate and undergraduate nursing programs. Additional responsibilities include advising students and involvement with University, College, and Program/Departmental committees.

Required Knowledge and Skills

To qualify for the instructor position, a Master’s degree in Nursing is required. All candidates must hold a valid and unencumbered Indiana (or compact) RN license. All applicants who are eligible for a compact RN license must apply for and hold a compact RN license. Also, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification with 2+ years experience as a PMHNP is required for this position.

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

About the College

The faculty in the Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions work collaboratively with nursing and other health care professional faculty. The support for faculty’s teaching, practice and scholarship activities are substantially enhanced through grants and other extramural funding. A cutting-edge Clinical Simulation Center is used to enhance student learning and support innovative teaching.

The college, in addition to university support, has a four-person technology team that supports the online and in-classroom teaching for the MSN and DNP program courses. A dedicated Advising Center for the College provides support for student advising and related activities. All programs are fully accredited and have an exemplary record of grant award successes.

About the Department

To learn more about the College of Nursing and Health Professions, please visit our website at https://health.usi.edu.

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Michelle Wakefield, search committee chair, at mjwakefiel@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials by June 26, 2026.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the Associate Director of Human Resources, Constance Hermann, at cjhermann1@usi.edu or (812) 461-5363. Contacting the Associate Director of Human Resources is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities