Company Description
With more than 135 years of history in healthcare education and as the largest nursing school in the country, Chamberlain University is committed to delivering a high-value education that prepares students to thrive as healthcare professionals. We call this commitment Chamberlain Care®—our dedication to providing students with the tools and resources to succeed while immersed in a community of care. By living Chamberlain Care®, we graduate healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.
Chamberlain is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. The College of Nursing offers a three-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program and flexible post-licensure programs, such as the RN to BSN option, Master of Science in Nursing degree program, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program and graduate certificates. The College of Health Professions also offers the Master in Public Health, Master of Social Work and Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree programs.
Chamberlain is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Learn more about Chamberlain at www.chamberlain.edu, and follow Chamberlain on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Job Description
Help shape the next generation of healthcare providers through high-quality, student-centered nursing education. In this role, you will deliver instruction across classroom, online, clinical, lab, and simulation settings—including flexible evening and weekend offerings—while contributing to student success, faculty mentorship, and academic excellence.
What You’ll Do
Teaching & Student Success
Teach assigned nursing courses across classroom, online, clinical, lab, and simulation environments using evidence-based and technology-enhanced methods
Create engaging, inclusive learning experiences that connect theory to practice
Prioritize student success by understanding individual needs and fostering supportive relationships
Evaluate student performance and provide timely, accurate, and constructive feedback, including remediation as needed
Lead or support clinical, lab, and simulation experiences to ensure students are practice-ready and demonstrate safe, ethical, and professional care
Curriculum & Academic Excellence
Provide input into course curriculum and implement instructional materials
Maintain current course content using evidence-based teaching practices
Leverage data, technology, and AI tools to continuously improve outcomes
Student & Faculty Support
Provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to students and new faculty
Enforce and stay current with academic policies (exams, attendance, grading, etc.)
Service, Scholarship & Engagement
Participate in committees, graduation, and program evaluation activities
Engage in scholarship aligned with teaching and nursing practice (research, application, dissemination)
Maintain subject matter expertise through ongoing professional development
Leadership & Faculty Contribution (Assistant Professor Rank)
Chair or serve on university committees and accreditation workgroups
Support accreditation preparation and continuous quality improvement efforts
Gather and analyze course, curriculum, and program data
Serve as course coordinator, course lead, or Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Document actions and outcomes from faculty and committee work
Faculty are also expected to:
Demonstrate scholarship in teaching, discovery, application, or integration
Engage in scholarly teaching, including peer review, reflection, and continuous improvement
What Drives Success
Anticipates student needs and removes barriers to success
Aligns work with Chamberlain’s mission and strategy
Uses feedback, data, and innovation to improve outcomes
Collaborates effectively across faculty, staff, and clinical partners
Demonstrates accountability, ethical practice, and teamwork
What Success Looks Like
Strong student outcomes (NCLEX, KAM, and program indicators)
High student engagement and satisfaction (course evaluations, NPS)
Compliance with licensure, accreditation, and regulatory standards
High-quality, timely grading and feedback
Effective use of technology and AI to enhance learning
Active participation in service and scholarship
Consistent demonstration of Chamberlain’s values and leadership behaviors
Qualifications
Education & Experience
PhD or equivalent degree appropriate to the discipline
2+ years full-time teaching experience at the instructor level or higher
2+ years direct patient care experience in the relevant clinical specialty or content area
Education and experience must align with state regulatory requirements
Experientially prepared to teach assigned courses
Licensure & Compliance
Must hold a current, active, and unencumbered Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license and Nurse Licensure in a Compact state
National certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
Meet all clinical compliance requirements, where applicable
Adhere to state-specific teaching requirements
Skills & Competencies
Excellent communication skills with strong initiative and sound judgment
Technological proficiency with learning management systems, simulation tools, and online platforms; ability to leverage AI
Ability to create engaging learning environments and effectively manage conflict
Strong collaboration skills across faculty, Extended Service Team, and clinical partners
High emotional and social intelligence with the ability to support diverse student needs and foster an inclusive environment
Scholarship Expectations
Demonstrate scholarship aligned to faculty rank expectations
Scholarship must be:
Public
Peer-reviewed and open to evaluation
Accessible for use by others
Contribute to at least one of the following areas:
Scholarship of Discovery
Scholarship of Integration
Scholarship of Practice/Application
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Additional Expectations
Perform other duties as assigned
Comply with all university policies and standards
Additional Information
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70,696.34 and $127,957.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Covista’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays
For more information related to our benefits please visit:
https://careers.covista.com/benefits
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
Department: Faculty