Practical Nursing Instructor Non-Tenure-Track

Job Summary

The Practical Nursing Instructor provides comprehensive instruction to practical nursing program students. One primary component of the assignment is to provide classroom, lab and clinical instruction to students. This position may be assigned to a variety of clinical rotations in acute care or long‑term care facilities and will teach didactic and practical exercise portions of the pre‑clinical and clinical curriculum for the practical nursing program.

Incumbent will participate collaboratively and professionally with faculty and staff to promote the general well‑being of the department and the college, and the collective and individual interest of its staff and student body. Incumbent will support the guiding expectations of the college embodied in the mission and vision.

This position qualifies for an additional $22,000 in High‑Wage High Demand annual stipend.

This is a 21 4/7, full‑time, non‑tenure‑track faculty position to begin in Fall Quarter 2026 (September 21, 2026).

First Review August 6, 2026.

• Teach, coordinate and provide both clinical and didactic instruction to nursing students that help develop student competency in the utilization of all elements of the nursing process, planning and organizing their work schedules, assisting as a nurse in teaching clients, functioning as a Licensed Registered Nurse within the health care delivery system including interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision making.
• Coordinate the delivery of instruction to nursing students with the other nursing program faculty and ensure that instruction design and delivery supports the approved objectives of the program in accordance with WAC 246‑840‑514.
• Monitor student outcomes with other nursing faculty and employers and adjust course content to facilitate student success in accordance with WAC 246‑840‑514.
• Write, develop and update course curriculum documentation, including performance objectives, competencies, lesson plans and content by analyzing industry needs in the field of nursing.
• Develop and/or maintain industry‑based program accreditation, and/or ensure students are prepared for and have the opportunity to obtain relevant industry credentials and certifications.
• Ensure that instruction is consistent with current industry standards, technologies, procedures, equipment and materials.
• Actively contribute to and participate in college‑wide activities in support of regional accreditation and state and federal requirements.
• Mentor, encourage, counsel and guide students toward the completion of program requirements i.e., interpersonal relationships, career goals and responsible work habits.
• Ensure that appropriate safety practices are used at all times, students are knowledgeable of safety techniques, and all equipment is maintained in a safe working condition.
• Use effective competency‑based teaching techniques, instructional materials, and appropriate media support in conducting classroom and laboratory projects.
• Provide individualized instruction, as needed to support student success.
• Work with other instructors and support services personnel to ensure a cohesive vocational learning environment dedicated to providing industry with qualified entry‑level persons.
• Remain current with industry standards in order to ensure that instruction is consistent with current technologies.
• Be knowledgeable of and equitably enforce college policies, regulations, and college operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate written records and timelines as required in accordance with WAC 246‑840‑513.
• Requisition, maintain control of and safeguard inventories of equipment and supplies assigned to the program.
• Cooperate with and assist administration in its responsibility in the recruitment of students and promotion of the nursing program.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings.
• Develop and/or maintain industry‑based program accreditation, and ensure students are prepared for and have the opportunity to obtain relevant industry credentials and certifications.
• Deliver classroom management to maintain suitable learning environment by responding appropriately to student conduct/problems and aid in solving…