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Nurse Instructor Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Current Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate as a school nurse, current Washington RN license, current first aid/CPR and CPR/First Aid Instructor certification or ...

Clinical Educator & QA Nurse | RN

Auburn, WA · On-site

$43 - $58.50/hr

The Clinical Educator & Quality Assurance Nurse plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality patient care in home health and hospice services throughout Washington State . This position focuses on ...

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How much do nurse instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse instructor in Seattle, WA is $91,802.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges nurse instructors face when transitioning from clinical practice to teaching roles?

Nurse Instructors often find the shift from direct patient care to education rewarding but challenging. Adapting to curriculum development, assessment methods, and classroom management can be new territory, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, balancing clinical updates with teaching responsibilities, and supporting diverse learning needs among students, can require ongoing professional development. Many find mentorship from experienced educators helpful during this transition.

What is the difference between Nurse Instructor vs Nurse Educator?

AspectNurse InstructorNurse Educator
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with a master's degree in nursingRegistered Nurse (RN) license, advanced degrees (master's or doctorate) often preferred
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, nursing schools, clinical labsAcademic institutions, healthcare organizations, community programs
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, nursing collegesUniversities, hospitals, healthcare organizations
Primary FocusTeaching nursing students, clinical supervisionDeveloping curricula, research, broader educational roles

While both Nurse Instructors and Nurse Educators focus on teaching and training, Nurse Instructors primarily teach nursing students in academic settings and supervise clinical practice. Nurse Educators often have broader responsibilities, including curriculum development and research, and may work in various healthcare and educational environments. The roles overlap but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nurse instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nurse Instructor, you need a strong clinical background, a nursing degree (often BSN or MSN), and teaching experience or educator certification. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), simulation technology, and curriculum development tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, mentorship abilities, and organizational skills help Nurse Instructors engage students and foster a positive learning environment. These competencies ensure effective knowledge transfer, student success, and the maintenance of high educational standards in nursing programs.

What is a nurse instructor?

Nurse Instructors are registered nurses who teach and train nursing students or practicing nurses, typically in academic settings or healthcare facilities. They develop and deliver educational programs, create lesson plans, supervise clinical practice, and evaluate students' progress. Nurse Instructors play a key role in shaping the future nursing workforce by ensuring students acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and professional standards to provide quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Nurse Instructor job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,802 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

PRACTICAL NURSING INSTRUCTOR-Adjunct Pool

Bates Technical College

Tacoma, WA • On-site

$56.20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Salary: $56.20 Hourly
Location : Downtown Campus - 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: 24-046
Department: Instruction
Opening Date: 01/03/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
SUMMARY
BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE maintains a vacancy pool of qualified candidates interested in temporary teaching as a Practical Nursing Instructor. Qualified candidates will be put on an eligible list and selected as needed. These part time positions may become available at any time.
Salary reflects July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 academic year.
BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE Practical Nursing Instructor provides comprehensive instruction to students in the practical nursing and nursing assistant programs. Nursing instructors will provide instruction in the variety of education settings. This includes didactic instruction, instruction in the skills lab, simulation lab, and clinical settings. Nursing instructors are also expected to work collaboratively with other nursing faculty to develop teaching and learning activities, evaluation tools, and provide feedback to the students. Incumbent will support the guiding expectations of the college embodied in the mission and vision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & OTHER DUTIES
  • Provide both clinical and didactic instruction to nursing students that help develop student competency in the utilization of all elements of the nursing process.
  • 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; monitor student outcomes and adjust course content to facilitate student success.
  • Analyze industry needs and the Nursing commission to write, develop and update course curriculum documentation, including but not limited to performance objectives, competencies, lesson plans and content.
  • Grade and evaluate students in a timely manner based on curriculum taught to ensure students learning outcomes are met.
  • 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.
  • Remain current with industry standards in order to ensure that instruction is consistent with current technologies.
  • Maintain accurate written records and timelines as required.
  • 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 provide assistance in solving them in accordance with college procedures.
  • Provide budget management which includes requisition and maintenance control of and safeguard inventories of equipment and supplies assigned to the program.
Non-Essential/Other Functions
  • Maintain friendly and cooperative relationships with respective Healthcare partners.
  • In cooperation with other program faculty, maintain program approval status through the Washington State Nursing Commission and work toward National accreditation.
  • Actively contribute to and participate in college-wide activities in support of regional accreditation and state and federal requirements.
  • Support College student achievement practices to ensure student retention, completion, and progression.
  • Participate actively and collaboratively with College Student Services and program advisory committees to support access to employment opportunities for students and maintain student job placement records.
  • Accountable for keeping personal development up to date; adding to skills and knowledge through courses that may be available through the Bates Technical College courses, professional development committees, etc.
  • Participate actively and collaboratively on committees for college as needed including but not limited to staff recruitment, college councils, etc.
  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Additional activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice to meet college needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
  • Five (5) years nursing experience
  • Must possess an unencumbered Washington State RN License
Allowable Substitution
If necessary, alternative combinations of education and experience may be evaluated by Human Resources for comparability.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience working with persons of disability and/or learning-disabled persons
  • Prior teaching in a post- secondary setting

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Bates Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. For inquiries, please contact Title IX Coordinator LeMont Lucas, at 253.680.7113, , or For Section 504, contact Disability Coordinator Steve Ashpole, Vice President of Student Services, at 253.680.7005, All offices are located at 1101 South Yakima Ave., Tacoma, WA 98405.
Available Benefits to Eligible Employees
As a higher education employee, you and your qualified family members are eligible for a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, long-term disability, as well as other optional benefits.
Medical/Dental Plans
Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for eligible dependents.
Bates provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:
  • Uniform Dental Plan - Preferred Provider Organization
  • DeltaCare - Managed Care Plan
  • Willamette Dental - Managed Care Plan

Bates provides vision coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:
  • Davis Vision by MetLife
  • EyeMed
  • MetLife Vision

Retirement Plans
Faculty and Exempt Positions
Faculty have to choose between either the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), also known as TIAA or Plan 3 of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS). Click to compare the two plans.
Exempt have to choose between either the SBRP or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.
SBRP (TIAA) is a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:
  • Employee Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
  • Employer Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary

TRS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:
  • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 9.53 of gross salary

PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:
  • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 9.03% of gross salary

Classified Positions
Classified employees have to choose between either the Plan 2 or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.
PERS Plan 2 is a defined benefits plan with the following contribution rates:
  • Employee Contribution: 6.36% of gross salary
  • Employer Contribution: 9.53% of gross salary
PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:
  • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 9.53% of gross salary

Employee and employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
Bates provides $35,000 basic life insurance for death from any cause and $5,000 basic accidental death and dismemberment at no cost to the employee. Employees can enroll in additional low cost life insurance for themselves and dependents.
Bates provides a basic LTD insurance plan at no cost to employees. The basic plan pays a maximum of
$240 per month after 90 days of total disability. The optional LTD plan pays 60% of the first $10,000 of monthly salary, reduced by any deductible income such as social security or retirement benefits.
Employee cost is dependent upon benefit waiting period chosen.
Other Optional Benefits
Leaves and Holidays
Vacation
Eligible exempt and classified employees accrue annual leave at rates determined by their employee status, ranging from 7 to 16 hours per month when eligible.
Sick Leave
Eligible classified, faculty, and exempt staff accrue sick leave monthly. Employees represented by a bargaining unit should refer to their negotiated agreement for sick leave rules and accrual rates.
Holidays
Bates observes the following holidays/non-work days:
Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth
Personal Leave/Family Leave
In addition to vacation and sick leave, eligible employees receive personal and family leave each fiscal year at rates determined by their employee status
Please Note: All information above is subject to change based on, but not limited to, employment status, legislative mandates, or College policy changes
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have at least five (5) years nursing experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you currently possess an unencumbered Washington State RN License?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have a master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have teaching experience in a post- secondary setting?
  • Yes
  • No

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