Professional Mentor, Nursing - Adjunct Faculty

Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. 

You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.

As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.

JOB SUMMARY

Professional Mentors are adjunct faculty who are experienced registered nurses or advanced practice nurses who provide primarily group-based mentoring, career guidance, professional socialization, and workforce preparation for students participating in the Bridge and Mentoring Center. In consultation with the Assistant Director, Professional Mentors may also provide limited individualized support.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Facilitate scheduled group mentoring sessions for assigned student cohorts throughout each academic term.
• Provide group-based career planning and professional guidance aligned with student needs.
• Promote professional identity development through cohort-based discussion, reflection, and shared learning activities.
• Support students in addressing common academic and workplace challenges through structured group dialogue and resource sharing.
• Encourage leadership development, resilience, and peer support within the mentoring group.
• Participate in mentor orientation and training related to group facilitation, student support, and program expectations.
• Maintain brief documentation of group mentoring sessions, including attendance, topics discussed, and general student support needs.
• Communicate individual or group concerns to the Assistant Director of the Bridge and Mentoring Center when additional support or follow-up is needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide limited 1:1 mentorship as approved and directed by the Assistant Director of the Bridge and Mentoring Center

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN required
• MSN to work with graduate-level post-licensure students
• Active RN 
• APRN license as applicable
• Minimum of 3 years of professional nursing experience
• Commitment to mentoring future nurses

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MSN to work with undergraduate students
• Previous mentoring experience

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy (optional), and contact information for at least two professional references.  Please upload all documents to the Resume/CV section on the 'My Experience' page of your application.

Compensation: $1,200 per assigned group; $43/hour for 1:1 mentoring

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process.

This is a non-benefits eligible position.

Compensation for adjunct faculty is established at a set rate per course and does not vary based on experience, education, or other factors. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay, retirement savings, and other offerings that can be seenhere, as well as work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities. We are committed to offering a package that empowers individuals to thrive in their roles, contribute meaningfully, and lead with confidence.

Instructions to Applicants: Please uploadall applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in theApplication Materials box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual’s community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.