Nursing Instructor

Nursing Instructor

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus

Job Type

Faculty

Job Number

202500111

Department

Healthcare and Sciences

Opening Date

07/28/2026

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions
• Lamar Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.
• LITs Annual Security Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR

668.46). This report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts

(Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the Institute will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent

calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the Institute or a recognized student

organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Annual Security Report, you can

stop by Lamar Institute of Technology, Eagles Nest building at 855 East Lavaca, Beaumont, TX, 77705, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 409-247-4838 or emailing titleix@lit.edu.

• If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at hr@lit.edu or call 409-981-6824.

Job Summary

The Instructor for Nursing's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction of students enrolled in the courses related to the professional nursing education program, participation in all phases of planning, implementation and evaluation of the professional nursing education program, policy development, and promulgate changes approved through the Nursing Program Association. This individual is also responsible for maintaining office hours, and teaching extended day classes, labs, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. This individual helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; assists in the development of curriculum, as needed; and maintain program computer labs. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as a part of achieving the Institute's Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which may include, committee work and advising and/or tutoring students
• Teach classes during the fall, spring, and summer semesters as required by the department including Early College High School/dual credit courses in classroom, laboratory, office and clinical settings; including online courses
• Travel to clinical agency sites and essential meetings locally and out of town may be required
• Schedule may include day, evening, night and/or weekend shifts, since clinical experiences are scheduled to coincide with the usual work environment of nurses.
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Verify student's completion of course requirements
• Maintain knowledge of the nurse educator and nursing student roles according to the Texas Board of Nursing
• Follow specific guidelines for supervising students and preceptors in the clinical area as appropriate
• Counsel and advise students as needed and in accordance with LIT, Department of Allied Health & Sciences, and Nursing Program policy
• Adhere to policies of LIT, Department of Allied Health & Sciences, and the Nursing Program
• Perform other related duties, as required

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in any subject along with a bachelor's in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program with at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching duties
• Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
• Three (3) years' experience in nursing
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Knowledge of Texas Board of Nursing rules for nursing practice and nursing programs.
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching and learning in nursing, including simulation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in nursing
• Three (3) years' experience in nursing education
• Certified Nurse Educator
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to: remain sitting and standing for extended periods of time, occasionally move about inside a classroom or office to access documents, equipment etc., constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, the ability to move patients and effectively manipulate required equipment.

• Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.
• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record

information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form.

01

What is the highest level of education you have achieved?

• High school diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Professional degree such as Law or Medicine
• Doctorate degree or Ph.D.

02

Do you have a Bachelors degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program with at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of nursing experience do you have?

05

How many years of teaching experience do you have?

• No experience
• 0-2 years
• 2-4 years
• 5 or more years

06

This is a full-time, on-campus position based in Beaumont, TX. If selected for the role, are you willing to commit to being on campus full-time?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Lamar Institute of Technology (TX)

Address P.O. Box 10043

Beaumont, Texas, 77710

Website https://www.lit.edu