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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse practitioner instructor in Seattle, WA is $148,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,900.00 and $170,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Nurse Practitioner Instructor, you need advanced clinical expertise, teaching abilities, and a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, along with an active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license. Familiarity with simulation labs, electronic learning platforms, and relevant certification such as Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) is highly valuable. Outstanding communication, mentorship, and organizational skills help engage students and foster their professional development. These competencies ensure effective instruction, student success, and maintenance of high academic and clinical standards in nurse practitioner education.

What is a nurse practitioner instructor?

A Nurse Practitioner Instructor is a healthcare professional responsible for educating and training future nurse practitioners. They typically work in academic or clinical settings, teaching courses, supervising clinical rotations, and mentoring students. Their role includes developing curriculum, assessing student performance, and staying updated on medical advancements. Many Nurse Practitioner Instructors have advanced degrees and significant clinical experience.

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Nurse Practitioner Instructors often balance academic responsibilities with evolving clinical practices, which can present the challenge of keeping curriculum content current and relevant. They may also manage diverse student learning needs and ensure that students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical competency. Additionally, time management is essential when juggling classroom teaching, grading, student mentorship, and potential clinical obligations. Despite these challenges, many instructors find the role highly rewarding, as they contribute significantly to the development of future nurse practitioners and the advancement of patient care.

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Infographic showing various Nurse Practitioner Instructor job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,279 per year, or $71.3 per hour.

Clinical Instructor- Child, Family and Population Health Nursing

University of Washington

Seattle, WA • On-site

$8.5K - $9.7K/mo

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Job description

Description
The University of Washington's Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing invites applications from qualified applicants for multiple instructional positions that may be needed at various points throughout the 2026-27 academic year (Sept 16-Jun 15). The successful candidate would be appointed as Clinical Instructor or Teaching Associate, depending upon the course setting (clinical or classroom), course level, and applicant qualifications. Both titles reflect non-tenure eligible, non-voting eligible faculty appointments. Based on programmatic need, appointments may be made on a quarterly or annual basis. We anticipate instructional need in the following areas:
  • Pediatrics
  • Nurse Midwifery
  • Obstetrics
  • Population Health Nursing
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Community Health Nursing

General duties and responsibilities
  • Effectively preparing and delivering rigorous course content that meets the academic standards befitting the University of Washington and stated learning goals for the assigned course(s)

  • Ensuring that course materials and requirements are effectively communicated to students

  • Using appropriate and effective teaching strategies, technologies, and student evaluations methods

  • Cultivating an instructional environment that provides students with the opportunity to receive and share feedback on a continuing basis, including through regular office hours

  • Ensuring course grades are submitted accurately and in a timely manner

Compensation
The successful candidate will have an FTE commensurate with the assigned workload. The full-time base salary range for this position will be$8500 - $9750 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.This full-time monthly rate would be prorated based on assigned FTE.
A summary of associated benefits can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. The applicable benefits summary will be determined by the duration of the appointment (i.e., quarterly vs. 9-month appointment). Relocation support and visa sponsorship will not be possible.
About the University of Washington: The University of Washington (UW) is one of the nation's top-ranked universities, known for its commitment to education, research, and service. UW's School of Nursing is a national and international leader in improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
UW's Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing is committed to promoting wellness and health for all. Applicants for this position will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring students in undergraduate and graduate programs and to working collaboratively across disciplines and academic backgrounds.
Qualifications
For Applicants Being Considered for Undergraduate-Level Instruction:
Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Nursingora closelyrelated field by the start date of appointment.

  • Active, unencumbered Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license or a multistate license (MSL) recognized by Washington (or eligibility by time of hire).

  • Recent and relevant clinical and/or teaching experience in the specialty to be taught.

Desired Qualifications
  • DNP/PhD preferred

  • Experience supporting competency-based nursing education and integrating real-world practice preferred.

For Applicants Being Considered for Graduate-Level Instruction:
Required Qualifications
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing or a closely related field by the start date of appointment.

  • Active, unencumbered Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license.

  • At least two years of clinical experience as an ARNP.

  • Certification in the relevant specialty area if teaching in a specific DNP track (e.g., FNP, PNP, CNM).

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting competency-based nursing education and integrating real-world practice preferred.

Application Instructions
Please submit:
  • An up-to-date curriculum vitae.

  • A cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes adescription of yourarea and level of instructional interest, training, experience, and philosophy of teaching.

  • Names and email addresses of three (3) references

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis through the 2026-27 academic year as curricular needs arise.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at (206) 543-6450 or https://hr.uw.edu/dso/

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