Washington State University
Location
Richland, Washington
Salary
$58 / HOUR
Clinical Faculty Evaluators will work with a small cohort of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students engaged in clinical activities, corresponding with the student and their preceptor to ensure competency achievement. They will also provide meaningful feedback to students to support their professional development.
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree along with two years of experience as a nurse practitioner. Applicants also require licensure or eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner in Washington State and must be willing to travel locally.
This recruitment will be used to establish a pool of applicants for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The pool is continuously accepting applications to be reviewed through December 31, 2026. Once all current vacancies are filled, applications will continue to be accepted, for future vacancies. The Opportunity: Washington State University Tri-Cities College of Nursing invites applications for caring, committed nurse practitioners to work as part-time/hourly Clinical Faculty Evaluators (CFEs) in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. This is an exceptional opportunity for a nurse practitioner who wants to make an impact working with DNP students. In this role, you will work with a small number of DNP students that are currently engaged in clinical activities. You will correspond collaboratively with the DNP student and their preceptor at their clinical agency throughout the semester, to ensure the student is meeting skills competencies related to expected student learning outcomes. Additionally, you will provide meaningful feedback to the students to aid in their professional development. We are seeking candidates with clinical experience in any of the following nursing specialties: Adult-Geriatric Practitioner Family Nurse Practitioner Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner 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 The Nursing Systems and Science Department 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.
Previous experience as an educator, preceptor, or clinical evaluator. Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter Please note: Finalist(s) will be asked to provide official transcripts by the time of hire. Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Reference contact information is collected as part of the online application process. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Time Type: Part time Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. 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Market context
Clinical Faculty Evaluator roles in Washington nursing programs are typically driven by ongoing demand for qualified nurse educators and clinical partners who can support student training and evaluation. These positions are competitive because they often require advanced nursing credentials, Washington RN and NP licensure or eligibility, and recent nurse practitioner experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your Washington licensure status and align your clinical background with the program’s evaluation and teaching expectations before submitting.