Nursing Instructor / Professor
Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
At a Glance
Nursing Instructor / Professor earns an average of $52,719/yr. Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 2 years. Top skills: Teaching, Nursing, Registered Nurse (RN).
$52,719/yr
Master's degree
2 years
12
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
Median Wage
$79,940/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+16.8%
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
Nursing
Medical Surgical Nursing
Academic Advising
Nursing Practices
Home Health Care
Chronic Diseases
Academic Affairs
Adult Education
Clinical Experience
Nurse Education
Course Development
Curriculum Development
Student Learning Outcomes
Lesson Planning
Clinical Nursing
Disabilities
Psychiatry
Data Analysis
Cultural Diversity
Train The Trainer
Common Skills (7)
Certifications (3)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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