NURSE INSTRUCTOR

Date: Mar 3, 2026

Req ID: 55859

Location:

Warren, AR, US, 71671

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $84,273.90

Position Number: 22101767
County: Bradley
Posting End Date: March 16, 2026

DDS/Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center/Nursing Department
1 Center Circle, Warren, AR 71671 Ph: 870-226-6774

$5,000 Recruitment Bonus for New Hires.

* Eligibility criteria must be met in accordance with Act 172 of the 94th Arkansas General Assembly, effective 11/1/2024

This position will work Monday through Friday teaching Certified Nursing Assistant classes, schedule testing dates and provide continuing education for CNA’s.

Two (2) years’ Experience in a Long-Term Care Setting within the last five (5) years preferred.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Nurses – Career-path

Classification: Nurse Instructor

Class Code: MNU03P

Pay Grade: MED06

Salary Range: $84,274 - $124,726

Job Summary

The Nurse Instructor is responsible for teaching and mentoring nursing students or healthcare staff within the state’s nursing programs or healthcare facilities. This role requires expertise in nursing theory, clinical practice, and curriculum development, with a focus on promoting educational excellence and enhancing the skills of future nurses.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing curriculum and training programs. Teach nursing theory and supervise clinical practice for students or staff. Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback and evaluations. Stay current with nursing trends, evidence-based practices, and educational methodologies. Maintain and ensure compliance with accreditation standards for nursing education programs. Participate in professional development and continue education efforts to improve instructional methods.

Knowledge and Skills

In-depth knowledge of nursing practices, teaching methodologies, and adult learning principles. Strong ability to design, implement, and assess educational programs. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to motivate and guide students and staff in their professional development. Familiarity with accreditation and regulatory standards for nursing education.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas. Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience. Previous teaching experience in a nursing education setting is preferred.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.