Graduate Nursing Adjuncts
Company: Florida Atlantic University
Location: Boca Raton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more
information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit
www.fau.edu/jobs . Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an
internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee
account. Position Summary: The Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for Graduate
Nursing Adjuncts to support the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN),
and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Adjuncts are part-time
instructional professionals who contribute specialized expertise in
advanced nursing practice and support the academic preparation of
graduate nursing students. Graduate adjuncts may teach didactic,
clinical, laboratory, or online courses and collaborate with course
coordinators and program leadership to ensure alignment with
program outcomes, accreditation standards, and evidence-based
nursing practice. Responsibilities include facilitating student
learning, evaluating student performance, maintaining course
materials within the university’s learning management system, and
providing guidance and mentorship to graduate nursing students.
Adjuncts are expected to support the College’s caring-based
philosophy and integrate clinical expertise, scholarship, and
professional experience into the educational environment. The
College is internationally recognized for its commitment to caring
science—expanding the science of caring, practicing the art of
nursing, studying its meaning, and living it in academic and
clinical practice. Adjunct appointments are part-time and assigned
per course, per semester, based on program needs and enrollment.
Typical Responsibilities Supervise and evaluate graduate nursing
students in advanced practice clinical settings Teach graduate
nursing courses in classroom, online, simulation, or clinical
environments Collaborate with course coordinators and faculty to
ensure consistency in course delivery and student learning outcomes
Evaluate student assignments, clinical performance, and
competencies Maintain accurate course records, grades, and student
evaluations Participate in adjunct orientation and comply with
university and college policies Provide mentorship and professional
guidance to students preparing for advanced nursing roles Minimum
Qualifications: o MSN degree/post-graduate certificate in an area
of advanced practice specialty and three years of experience
working as an advanced practice nurse in area of specialty
(Clinical adjunct positions only) o National certification as an
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or specialty
certification where appropriate o Current, unencumbered Advanced
Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license
in Florida (or eligibility for licensure) Salary: Commensurate with
Experience College or Department: Christine E. Lynn College of
Nursing Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: N/A Application
Deadline: 2026-12-31 Special Instructions to Applicant: This
position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding. All applicants must apply
electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of
Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing
the required employment application for this recruitment and
submitting the related documents. Required Documents: FAU’s Career
Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to
your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for
submission, please combine additional documents into a single
attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted. The site permits
the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates
wishing full consideration are to provide the following: o CV o
Copy of current RN licensure o Official transcript from master's
program (doctoral program, if applicable) o 2 letters of reference
o Copy of current malpractice insurance coverage o Copy of current
CPR certification Transcripts: The selected candidate for this
position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly
from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the
first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the
United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the
National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an
indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from
(official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is
required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day
of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic
University, not to the individual applicant. Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all
employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment
screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and
level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks,
alcohol, and drug screening check. Accommodations: Individuals
requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
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