Clinical Nursing Faculty

Join Us in Transforming Healthcare Education.

At Joyce University, work is more than a job — it's a shared commitment to excellence, growth, and purpose. Since 1979, we've been dedicated to one mission: empowering every student to succeed in healthcare. That same dedication extends to our people.
 

We're proud to be recognized among Utah's Best Companies to Work For, but what truly defines us is our culture — built on integrity, service, learning, and caring. We invest deeply in our team's personal and professional growth, creating a workplace that celebrates success, values connection, and believes in the power of every individual.
 

From our self-directed time-off philosophy to our focus on well-being and total rewards, we're intentional about helping our people thrive — inside and outside of work.
 

Here, your expertise shapes the future of healthcare. Your voice matters. Your growth is supported. Together, we're building a university — and a future — where every student, and every team member, can, should, and will succeed.

Position Details:

We are seeking passionate and committed nursing professionals to join our Clinical Faculty team in the Portland, OR area. This part-time role is ideal for individuals who are enthusiastic about mentoring the next generation of nurses and are dedicated to excellence in clinical education.

As Clinical Faculty, you will play a vital role in delivering our nursing curriculum in real-world clinical settings. Your primary responsibilities will include providing direct instruction and guidance to students during clinical rotations, ensuring alignment with the University's academic standards, and supporting institutional goals and policies.

• Part-time opportunity (typically 1–2 clinical shifts per week, per academic term)
• Clinical assignments located within the Portland, OR area
• Opportunities to shape and inspire future healthcare professionals 

If you are an experienced, energetic educator or clinician who thrives in a hands-on teaching environment, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our academic community.

Essential Functions: 

• Accurately calculate and report student performance and attendance in a timely manner  
• Maintain evidence of professional growth including membership and participation in professional organizations, continuing education, concurrent related practice experience, educational research, and an awareness of current practice standards
• Attend staff meetings, pinning, graduation, and other University events
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and professional development activities to enhance the teaching-learning process and provide evidence of participation to the HR Generalist       
• Assist in compilation of statistical data and other information as requested for accreditation and other organizational needs       
• Utilize instructional methods that accommodate various learning modes of students       
• Identify and remediate behavioral and academic deficiencies
• Submit suggestions and supportive data for improving curriculum
• Maintain integrity of curricular offerings       
• Other duties as assigned 

Why Joyce University?

• Make a meaningful impact on the next generation of nurses
• Work with a mission-driven institution focused on academic and clinical excellence 
• Flexible part-time scheduling 
• Be part of a collaborative, student-centered faculty team
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement or Tuition Reduction up to 50% to pursue your MSN 

Ready to Join Us?  

At Joyce University, we are passionate about empowering students through education and clinical excellence. If you are a motivated nursing professional with a commitment to teaching and mentorship, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dynamic faculty team.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  

• Required license: RN, unencumbered in the State of Oregon
• Required education: Masters degree in nursing  (BSN and either in an MSN program or willing to begin one also considered) 
• Required Experience: 2-3 years in nursing      
• Preferred teaching experience:  2-3 years in teaching
• Preferred Experience:  Experience in OB and/or Women's Services

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: 

Joyce University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.