Adjunct Nursing Faculty (Remote)

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. 

Here, your expertise helps shape the future of nursing education. Your voice matters. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom. 

About the Role 

Joyce University is seeking a passionate and student-centered Adjunct Nursing Faculty member to join our Nursing team in a fully remote teaching environment. 

In this role, you will teach asynchronous nursing courses on a term-to-term basis while helping prepare the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals. You’ll engage, mentor, and support students through meaningful online instruction that reflects both academic excellence and compassionate care. 

This opportunity is ideal for nurse educators who are energized by teaching, committed to student success, and excited to contribute to a collaborative and mission-driven academic community. 

What You’ll Do 

Create an Engaging, Student-Centered Learning Experience 

• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive online classroom environment. 
• Interact with students fairly, professionally, and compassionately. 
• Support and assess student academic achievement and professional growth. 
• Encourage analytical thinking, participation, and meaningful discussion. 
• Motivate students to advance their education and nursing careers. 

Deliver High-Quality Online Instruction 

• Teach assigned RN-BSN and BSN asynchronous courses in alignment with course objectives and university standards. 
• Ensure courses are accurate, organized, and fully prepared before student engagement begins. 
• Present course content in ways that are engaging, accessible, and motivating. 
• Utilize effective instructional strategies and learning technologies. 
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours 
• Grade assignments within 72 hours of submission 
• Maintain an active faculty presence through announcements, discussion participation, and weekly course engagement 
• Hold at least one hour of virtual office hours each week. 
• Record and share weekly course overview videos to support student success. 

Support Academic Excellence & Collaboration 

• Adhere to university policies, academic standards, and faculty expectations. 
• Accurately maintain attendance, grades, and student records. 
• Communicate proactively with Student Services and academic leadership regarding student concerns or course-related issues. 
• Participate in faculty meetings, committee work, and university activities as needed. 
• Collaborate with colleagues across the university to support student outcomes and program excellence. 

Commit to Professional Growth 

• Stay actively engaged in the nursing profession through continuing education, professional organizations, conferences, and research. 
• Participate in faculty development and curriculum improvement initiatives. 
• Explore innovative teaching methods and share best practices with colleagues. 
• Pursue lifelong learning that strengthens both clinical expertise and instructional excellence. 

Why You’ll Love It Here 

We know that when our people feel supported, they do their best work — and that directly impacts our students. 

That’s why we foster a culture built around: 

• Flexibility and work-life balance in a fully remote environment 
• Purpose-driven work that directly supports future healthcare professionals 
• Opportunities for professional development and lifelong learning 
• Collaboration with experienced nurse educators and academic leaders 
• A welcoming and mission-focused community where your expertise is valued 

What You Bring 

Required Qualifications 

• Unencumbered RN license 
• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field 
• Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience 
• Passion for teaching and student development 
• Strong written communication and organizational skills 
• Comfort with online learning platforms and virtual instruction 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Doctoral degree or other terminal professional degree 
• Previous online teaching experience 
• Experience teaching BSN or RN-BSN students 

Why Joyce University? 

When you join Joyce University, you become part of a team that is deeply committed to making a difference — for students, for healthcare, and for one another. 

Compensation and Teaching Assignment Details:

Adjunct faculty positions at Joyce University are semester-based contract teaching opportunities designed to support a dynamic and student-centered learning experience. Compensation is determined based on several factors, including academic credentials, professional and teaching experience, course assignment, credit hours, and instructional delivery format. Teaching assignments and compensation are finalized throughout the hiring process based on candidate qualifications, instructional strengths, course availability, and departmental needs.

Apply Today 

If you’re passionate about nursing education, inspired by meaningful work, and ready to help shape the future of healthcare, we’d love to hear from you. 

Together, we’re building a future where every student — and every team member — can, should, and will succeed.