Clinical Nurse Educator New

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Valencia College is proud to be a model for workforce education, devoted to inspiring brighter tomorrows through the power of workforce and degree programs that provide pathways to educational and career success. We invite you to join our community of passionate Clinical Nurse Educators who are devoted to inspiring brighter tomorrows through the power of education. For more than 50 years, our Valencia has proudly pioneered new ways to make secondary education accessible while adopting innovative solutions to learning.

Are you passionate about hands-on learning and guiding future nurses at the bedside? The School of Nursing is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator for a 12-month faculty role that goes beyond traditional teaching supporting students in our Associate in Science (A.S.N) degree program. In this dynamic position, you’ll serve as a clinical expert and professional role model, providing direct supervision, mentorship, and skill-building support to nursing students in acute and long-term care settings. If you thrive in clinical settings and are ready to empower the next generation of nursing professionals, we invite you to join our team.
 

Why Join Us? 

• A collaborative community of passionate faculty 

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ futures 

• A commitment to innovation in teaching and learning 

• A rewarding 12-month tenure-track position 

• Qualifies for a Valencia College Pay Additive of $10,000 in addition to salary. 
   

Why Valencia College? 

Valencia College is a place where opportunity knows no limits. Dedicated to providing a high-quality, accessible education, we take pride in fostering an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their dreams. Our faculty and staff play a vital role in this mission, helping us reach ambitious goals that transform lives—not only for our students but for our community and the world. 

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We value our employees and offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Beyond base pay, our program includes: 

• State medical and dental benefits 

• Extensive paid time off 

• Professional development opportunities 

• Work-life balance in a collaborative, meaningful environment and much more

What are the Position Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution
• Must have current, active, and unencumbered licensure in the State of Florida as a registered nurse or nurse practitioner.
• Minimum of 3 years of hospital experience or clinical experience in an educational setting as a Registered Nurse or ARNP.
• This position requires in-person work at West and/or Osceola Campuses, as well as at clinical sites located in Orange and Osceola counties. The schedule may vary by semester.
• Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.

Contract Workload:

• The Clinical Nurse Educator is a 12-month faculty position within the School of Nursing, responsible for direct supervision and clinical instruction of nursing students in health care settings.
• Average of 30 hours a week in clinicals and 10 hours supporting nursing labs and performing other tasks
• The Clinical Nurse Educator’s role is subject to annual renewal, with specific duties and time commitments varying based on operational needs, clinical site demands, accreditation requirements, and institutional resources.

Salary Information:

Salary is determined based on relevant work experience and the highest degree earned. The salary ranges for each degree level are outlined below:

12 Month – Clinical Nursing Educator

Bachelor’s $57,733 – $71,669

Master’s $62,753 – $77,900

Master’s +30 $67,772 – $84,131

Doctorate $70,284 – $87,249

To review the specific salary table for this position, please visit our Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule 
 
This position qualifies for a Valencia College Pay Additive of $10,000 in biweekly installments in addition to the annual salary 

Application Process: 

• Application collection begins: July 2025
• Application closing Date: Open Until Filled – This position is Open until Filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the posting may close at anytime. Please ensure to submit your completed application as soon as possible.
• Application review begins: July 2025
• Applicant engagement begins: July-August 2025
• Anticipated start date: August 12, 2025
    

Application Link  
https://valenciacollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/39735

We invite you to submit a complete online application including the following required materials: 

• Resume or curriculum vitae 

• Cover Letter 

• Unofficial transcripts [must be uploaded at the time of application submission] 

• Note: degree must be conferred by the time of hire. 

• Applicants must complete the entire online application form, including the work history section, even if attaching a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

• The names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Professional references will be contacted for finalist candidates only. 
   

Additional Information: 

• Applicants with degrees from institutions from outside of the United States, are required to complete the following steps: 

• Provide a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have any foreign transcripts evaluated prior to submission through an authorized evaluation service such as World Education Services. For a list of acceptable evaluation services, please visit https://www.naces.org/members. 

• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S. 
• Additional campus locations may be added to this search prior to the date of closing, based on hiring needs. 

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