What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor - Nursing Skills Lab position at Kishwaukee College?
Job Summary
The Nursing Skills Lab – Adjunct Faculty position provides support to nursing students during scheduled open laboratory hours. This position is responsible for assisting students in the development and refinement of clinical competencies, supporting course success, and reinforcing safe nursing practices.
The individual in this role facilitates hands-on skills practice, supports dosage calculation competency, and assists with clinical coursework, including care plans and related assignments. This position promotes critical thinking, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors through guided practice, simulation, and individualized student support.
Adjunct applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Submission of an application places candidates in an applicant pool for consideration as instructional needs arise. Positions are offered based on course availability, enrollment, and departmental needs. Applicants will be contacted only if an instructional assignment becomes available and their qualifications align with the course requirements.
Adjunct applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Submission of an application places candidates in an applicant pool for consideration as instructional needs arise. Positions are offered based on course availability, enrollment, and departmental needs. Applicants will be contacted only if an instructional assignment becomes available and their qualifications align with the course requirements.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrate a desire to work with students and to assist them in the achievement of the program and course student learning outcomes.
- Maintain appropriate expertise in the field of Nursing through continuing professional development.
- Build meaningful relationships and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats, tailored to diverse audiences and contexts.
- Manage multiple students with different learning styles in the open lab space efficiently
- Work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate a strong sense of initiative.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in nursing education
- Prior experience in clinical instruction or laboratory teaching
- Familiarity with the NCLEX test plan and nursing education standards
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 pounds with proper equipment; reasonable accommodations available.
- Requires mobility to demonstrate and assist with clinical procedures
- Light physical activity required; must be able to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively in various formats.
- Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support the different nursing sections.
EOE Statement
Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.
Position Status
Part Time
Hours per Week
Weeks per Year
Budgeted Hours per Year
Temporary Position - Begin Date
Temporary Positions - End Date
Type of Position
PT Non-Benefited
Hiring Salary Range Requested
Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable)
Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F105P
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
07/08/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Advertising Summary
Internal Posting for Position, College Website
Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions
Job Duty Name
Description of Job Duty
- Supervise and support nursing students in an open lab environment, ensuring safe and appropriate practice of clinical skills
- Guide students in the development and mastery of essential nursing skills aligned with course and program competencies
- Assist students in applying critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and sound judgment during hands-on practice and simulated scenarios
- Provide timely, constructive, and individualized feedback to students to support skill development and academic progression
- Monitor student performance and identify learning needs, offering guidance to help ensure students remain on track for clinical and academic success
- Collaborate with nursing faculty to reinforce course objectives, address student learning gaps, and support overall student achievement
- Maintain consistent communication with nursing faculty regarding student progress, concerns, and areas requiring additional support
- Reinforce program policies, professional standards, and safe nursing practices in all lab activities
- Maintain a safe, organized, and effective clinical learning environment that promotes student engagement and confidence
- Utilize simulation, demonstration, and guided practice to enhance clinical competency and readiness for patient care
Essential Duty?
Yes
Percentage Of Time
100