Adjunct Faculty - College of Nursing, WSU Tri Cities (Richland, WA)
ExternalPrepare for this interview
EliteAI-generated questions, company research, and talking points tailored to this role
About the role
Washington State University Tri-Cities College of Nursing invites applications for caring, committed nurses to work as part-time, fixed-term, Adjunct Faculty , providing clinical instruction to students in our pre-licensure BSN program . This is an exceptional opportunity for a person who wants to make a significant difference working collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff within of the College of Nursing, to help create both knowledge and community impact across the state of Washington and beyond. The College of Nursing encourages applications from faculty who have a passion for teaching, a commitment to student success, and an understanding of the WSU land-grant mission. We are seeking candidates with clinical experience in any and all nursing specialties including: Long Term Care Medical Surgical Pediatrics Obstetrics Community Health Nursing Psychiatric Nursing For up-to-date information on programs and courses offered at WSU, as well as on the Tri-Cities campus specifically, please see the WSU Catalog. This is a non-tenure track position with the opportunity for a 4.5-month appointment, depending on availability and need, providing clinical instruction for traditional semester-long courses for 4.5 months (Fall and/or Spring Semesters). The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment beyond the semester assignment. Successful candidates will be assigned to one of the following departments within the College of Nursing, based on specialty and experience, unless a specific department preference is provided in the application materials. Please take a few moments to read more about each department: The Foundational Practice and Community Based Care Department The Advanced Practice and Community Based Care Department Additional Information: Additional Information: About College of Nursing - For more information about the great work we are doing and to find our mission and values, please visit our website linked above. Area/College: WSU Tri Cites, College of Nursing Location: On site/in person in Richland, WA FTE: Variable Appointment Term (fixed-term): 4.5 months Continuous/Temporary: Temporary Overtime: Ineligible Appointment Periods: Fixed-term positions are expected to end on either December 31st for Fall Semester, or May 15th for Spring Semester. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension. Fall Semester: August 16, through December 31 Spring Semester: January 01, through May 15 Academic Salary: $35,708.57 - $37,880.78 (1.0 FTE) Salary will be pro-rated based upon FTE and appointment length at time of offer and commensurate with experience and qualifications. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and AP staff and Total Compensation. Required qualifications : A Master's Degree in Nursing or closely related field OR candidates currently enrolled in an approved Nursing Master's program may be eligible for hire. Licensure or eligible for license as a registered nurse in the State of Washington.