Nursing Education Consultant (NCPH) DOH8647

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

The Washington State Board of Nursing seeks a Nursing Education Consultant. This remote role involves evaluating nursing education programs for compliance with state standards. Ideal candidates have a Master’s in Nursing and experience in curriculum development and regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality nursing education across the state.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Remote work opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a nurse educator with curriculum development.
• Licensed as an RN in Washington or ability to obtain.
• Experience in technical writing and regulatory evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nursing programs for compliance, including site reviews.
• Review academic credentials for licensure requirements.
• Conduct policy development and implementation.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Technical Writing

Conflict Resolution

Regulatory Compliance

Education

MN or MSN

Job description

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Description

Nursing Education Consultant (Nurse Consultant, Public Health)

Description

Nursing Education Consultant (Nurse Consultant, Public Health)

This is a home-based, full-time, permanent position.

Join the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) – Advancing Quality Nursing Education

The Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) protects public health by ensuring nurses in Washington are well-prepared, competent, and meet high professional standards. WABON sets minimum requirements for nursing education programs that prepare individuals for licensure as registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), and licensed practical nurses (LPNs). The Board evaluates and approves education programs, refresher courses, and supports ongoing compliance with state regulations. WABON reviews clinical placement requests and credentials for nurses educated outside of Washington to ensure alignment with state requirements to safeguard the quality of care provided to Washington communities.

As a Nursing Education Consultant, you’ll help ensure that nursing education programs meet Washington’s standards for quality and safety.

In This Role, You Will

• Evaluate nursing programs and clinical site placements for regulatory compliance, including virtual and on-site reviews.
• Review academic credentials and coursework to determine whether they meet educational and licensure requirements.
• Assess refresher course content and make recommendations for approval and improvement.
• Develop and deliver education to nursing programs, health professionals, and the public on licensing and regulatory topics.
• Contribute to policy and rule development to support nursing education and licensure standards.
• Participate in program monitoring and complaint investigations to ensure continued rule compliance and quality.
  
  

This position is ideal for someone who brings expertise in nursing education, regulatory standards, curriculum evaluation, and who is passionate about ensuring safe, high-quality nursing care for all Washingtonians.

Location and Flexibility

We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work with in-person collaboration opportunities. This is a remote/home-based position with quarterly travel. Locations for travel include nursing programs, clinical facilities, and meetings with deans/directors of nursing programs.

Required Qualifications (you must meet ONE of the provided options and any additional criteria listed):

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

MN or MSN AND two (2) years of experience in curriculum development, nursing faculty, or educational preparation as a nurse educator.

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Washington, holds a multistate license, or ability to obtain licensure upon employment.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience with creating written and oral communications, including conflict resolution skills.
• Three (3) years of experience with technical writing.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years’ experience with policy development and implementation to include identifying, analyzing, and enhancing existing processes within an organization to make them more efficient, effective, and aligned with objectives.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience conducting regulatory evaluations of nursing education programs or clinical placements, including site visits and compliance assessments.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience reviewing educational credentials and transcripts of nurses for licensure eligibility.
• Two (2) or more years familiarity with nursing education standards, regulations, particularly those aligned with state and national guidelines.
• Two (2) or more years of experience with national nursing accreditation standards.
• Two (2) or more years of providing technical assistance or consultation to external partners that includes resolving problems and responding to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and services.
• Two (2) or more years project support experience that includes managing tasks, directing others, and reporting progress to project managers.
  
  

Benefits And Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.

Conditions Of Employment

This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Service Employees International Union Healthcare 1199NW (SEIU) is the exclusive representative.

I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved supervisor).
• Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
• Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
• This position is eligible for teleworking.
• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.
• Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
  
  

Application Directions

To apply, click "Apply" and complete the application. Attach your resume and cover letter.

In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.

Do Attach The Following

• Resume
• Cover letter
• DD-214 (if applicable)
  
  

Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year

Do not include or attach the following – these documents or details will not be reviewed:

• REMOVE personal photos – do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
• Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
• Certifications or Diplomas
• Projects or Portfolios
• Letters of Recommendation
  
  

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme at [e-mail] and reference the recruitment number (DOH8647).

Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

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Supplemental Information

This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.

Please note: The salary listed does not reflect the upcoming 3% general wage increase effective July 1, 2025.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

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Where did you first hear about this employment opportunity?

• a. DOH Employment Site/Job Alerts
• b. DOH Employee
• c. Friend or Acquaintance
• d. Indeed
• e. LinkedIn
• f. Careers.wa.gov
• g. Job Fair – if selected, answer Question 2
• h. Other – if selected, answer Question 2
  
  

02

If you selected "g" or "h" to Question 1: Where you first heard about this employment opportunity?

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I have read and I understand the Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions that are listed in the job posting and I am willing and able to accept these conditions if offered and accept the position. I have reviewed my responses to the supplemental questions to ensure their accuracy. I understand that once my application is submitted, these responses cannot be modified.

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? (e.g. H-1B, F1, TN, etc.) DOH is not an E-Verify agency]

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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(Select ALL that apply) I have the following education and experience to qualify for this role:

• a. MN or MSN AND two (2) years of experience in curriculum development, nursing faculty, or educational preparation as a nurse educator.
• b. Licensed as an RN in the State of Washington, or ability to obtain licensure upon employment.
• c. Two (2) or more years’ experience with creating written and oral communications, including conflict resolution skills.
• d. Three (3) years of experience with technical writing.
• e. None of the above
  
  

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(Select ALL that apply) I have the DESIRED experience in the following:

• a. Two (2) or more years’ experience with policy development and implementation to include identifying, analyzing, and enhancing existing processes within an organization to make them more efficient, effective, and aligned with objectives.
• b. Two (2) or more years’ experience conducting regulatory evaluations of nursing education programs or clinical placements, including site visits and compliance assessments.
• c. Two (2) or more years’ experience reviewing educational credentials and transcripts of nurses for licensure eligibility.
• d. Two (2) or more years of familiarity with nursing education standards, regulations, particularly those aligned with state and national guidelines.
• e. Two (2) or more years of experience with national nursing accreditation standards.
• f. Two (2) or more years of providing technical assistance or consultation to external partners that includes resolving problems and responding to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and services.
• g. Two (2) or more years of project support experience includes managing tasks, directing others, and reporting progress to project managers.
• h. None of the above
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Government Administration

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