Nursing Education Consultant (NCPH) DOH8647

Washington State Department of Health; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Health is seeking a Nursing Education Consultant to ensure nursing education programs meet high standards of quality and safety. This remote, full-time role involves evaluating compliance of nursing programs, developing educational content, and contributing to nursing policy and standards. Ideal candidates have a strong background in nursing education, regulatory standards, and curriculum evaluation.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing education and compliance required.
• Two years in curriculum development or as a nurse educator.
• Licensed as an RN in Washington is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nursing programs for regulatory compliance.
• Review academic credentials to meet licensure requirements.
• Develop and deliver education on nursing standards.

Skills

Curriculum development

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Conflict resolution

Education

MN or MSN

Job 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.

Doattach 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 notinclude 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 [e-mail] and reference the recruitment number (DOH8647).

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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.