Administrative Assistant Nursing and Social Work Portland

Are you a passionate nursing professional looking to give back to the next generation of nurses? Warner Pacific University is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor for Nursing to join our team on a per-diem basis. This position is ideal for experienced RNs, nurse educators, or semi-retired clinicians who want to stay connected to the profession by teaching upper-division nursing courses and/or providing hands‑on clinical instruction at healthcare facilities throughout the Portland metro area.

This flexible teaching role may include classroom-based lectures, laboratory instruction, or clinical site supervision, depending on the candidate's experience and interest. Our curriculum covers areas such as care management, health promotion, population health, professional leadership, and evidence-based practice.

We welcome applicants who are passionate about mentoring future nurses, value the diversity, equity, and inclusion of all students, and bring real‑world nursing experience to their teaching. Whether you're a seasoned educator or a clinician ready to transition into academia, we invite you to consider this meaningful opportunity.

• Teach assigned nursing courses or provide clinical instruction at affiliated healthcare sites.
• Teach lecture and laboratory sections as assigned modeling current best practices in teaching, and demonstrating a commitment to sound andragogical and pedagogical practices.
• Serve as a mentor and guide to nursing students in both academic and clinical settings.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support student success.
• Promote best practices in nursing education and adult learning.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and healthcare partners to ensure a high‑quality learning experience.
• Demonstrate a commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the University and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement.

• Nurse educators, clinical instructors, or retired/semi‑retired RNs looking for a meaningful part‑time role that offers autonomy.
• Professionals with experience in acute care, community health, leadership, or population health.
• Passionate mentors with a heart for teaching, student development, and clinical excellence seeking smaller class sizes.
• Individuals seeking flexible, part‑time academic work with opportunities for professional development.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Current unencumbered RN license in Oregon.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Previous teaching or precepting experience strongly preferred.
• Commitment to inclusive, student‑centered learning and clinical education.

To apply, please read the Employment and Lifestyle Standards statement below, then complete the online application nerpacific.edu/jobs. Please also submit the following with your application (you may attach these documents at the conclusion of the online application):

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Essay Response to the Following Questions:
• How does your personal faith reflect the principles stated in terms 1, 2, and 3 of the Employment Standards? (listed below)
• How does your personal philosophy of education and commitment to the synthesis of faith and learning reflect the principles stated in items 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8? (listed below)

Warner Pacific is a Christ‑centered urban liberal arts University dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. The University was founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana). Central to Warner Pacific’s identity as a Christ‑centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:

1. A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith, as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.

2. The practice of following Christ through day‑to‑day personal lifestyle choices.

3. A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application…