Posting Text
The Department of Nursing at the University of South Dakota (USD) is seeking applications for a full-time clinical nursing faculty member at the Sioux Falls campus.
This is a 9-month, full-time position that provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the education and development of future nurses in a supportive and dynamic academic environment. The faculty member will be responsible for providing clinical instruction predominantly in direct patient care clinical, simulation and lab setting for pre-licensure students. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Responsibilities
- Clinical teaching in direct patient care, lab and simulation.
- Evaluation of student learning.
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Contribution to departmental service activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Current unencumbered nursing license, eligible for licensure in South Dakota.
- Minimum of a master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program by August 18, 2026.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong nursing background with experience in medical-surgical nursing.
- Experience teaching in a baccalaureate of higher degree program.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to work with technology.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Date 05/29/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 06/28/2026 Advertised Salary Salary and faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Work Hours Primarily 8-5 but with occasional nights or weekends as needed. Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40 Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations USD Nursing is one of ten programs within the USD School of Health Sciences, offering a Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Degree in Vermillion and Sioux Falls, and an RN-BSN program, a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, and an online MSN and DNP programs. The School of Health Sciences and the USD/Sanford School of Medicine comprise the Division of Health Affairs. The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive liberal arts state institution with an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.