Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing preferred. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse. At least 3 years of teaching experience in nursing education. Demonstrated success preparing students for NCLEX through classroom and individualized support. Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois. Proven teaching excellence and strong record of student outcomes. Expertise in active learning, clinical judgment development, and advanced nursing concepts. Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities. Commitment to professionalism, academic integrity, and student-centered instruction. Competence with online teaching technologies and LMS platforms.