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Position Title: Technical Instructor (Associate Degree Nursing)

Department: WIT-ADN

Campus Location: Washburn Tech

Application Deadline:  Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can be assured of full consideration if submitted by June 27, 2026.

Position Summary:

Washburn University Institute of Technology seeks applications for a Technical Instructor for the Associate Degree Nursing program beginning as early as July 1, 2026. This is a 10-month, full-time position with benefits. This position is expected to work Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. This position will also work varying clinical hours, which may include weekends. This position is funded in part by a grant award.
Each selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to pursuing teaching excellence at Washburn University, including a dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.

About Washburn University: 

Washburn University is a teaching-focused, student-centered, public institution located in the metropolitan setting of Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impact programs for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body of just over 7,000 students, a significant and growing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. The University has created educational pathways for all students to be successful and achieve their educational goals.

Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty, staff, and student body and cultivating a robust learning and working environment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty and staff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitive wages, an excellent benefits program, and a supportive culture and a healthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment that reflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion, modernization, partnership, achievement, community and transformation. In 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to Great Colleges to Work For program.

Essential Functions:
Teach both theoretical and clinical learning experiences.
Select and maintain appropriate materials, audiovisuals, and equipment to enhance student education.
Direct, guide, and evaluate student performance in the classroom, clinical, and laboratory setting.
Maintain a positive learning culture.
Maintain student records about the program (i.e., certification testing and the assessment plan); administer tests.
Evaluate student work, provide feedback to students, and assign grades. Share (as appropriate) information with the Student Services and Dean's offices; and use the University's Learning Management System to track grades as required.
Participate in the development, organization, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum.
Participate in developing standards for student admission, progression, and program completion.
Develop course objectives and content and laboratory experiences and implement the course of study in cooperation with other faculty.
Evaluate each course taught and performance in teaching.
Assist in recruitment, selection, retention, evaluation, advising, and counseling of program students.
Participate in college-wide staff development days, departmental meetings, and fulfill committee assignments.
Serve on campus-wide committees as needed; participate actively in departmental/program advisory board meetings.
Foster a positive relationship with industry and community partners.
Submit budget and purchase recommendations.
Act in a manner that promotes collegial relationships and shows respect toward students, staff, and colleagues.
Participate in graduation ceremonies and other campus events as pertains to the college.
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Actively participate in professional organizations and advisory committees. Attend healthcare and education seminars, conferences, and workshops.
Stay abreast of innovations and developments in the professional field and take advantage of the University's instructional support programs.
Adhere to college and University policies and perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:
Master of Science in Nursing.
Current Kansas licensure as a registered nurse in good standing with no disciplinary action pending. Licensure/certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Minimum five years of nursing experience.
Experience working in the clinical setting which may include maternal/child, acute, ambulatory, and long-term care with at least one population including: adult medical/surgical, high risk, mental health.
Demonstrated dedication to developing inclusive teaching practices that engage all learners.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
One year teaching experience.
Master's degree or Certification in nursing education.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Inquiries pertaining to this position may be directed to Pam Masters at pamela.masters@washburn.edu.

Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm   
Background Check Required Drug Screen Required