Psych-Mental Health NP Clinical Adjunct Instructor

Voices for Voices; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Gonzaga University is seeking an Clinical Adjunct Instructor in Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to mentor graduate students in practicum nursing courses. The role emphasizes active learning, clinical presence, and inclusive teaching practices within clinical settings and immersion experiences on campus.

Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in this specialty and current practice experience as an PMHNP, with licensure in WA and applicable states.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered Washington state RN and ARNP licensure.
• Active and unencumbered RN and ARNP licensure in state of residence and/or state where performing clinical faculty role.
• MSN in Psych-Mental Health Nursing.
• ANCC Certification as Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Minimum of 2 years of current practice as a Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Reside in one of the ten states where graduate nursing students are completing practicum (AK, AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WY, WA).

Responsibilities

• Engage with assigned students in person within clinical practice settings and/or on-campus immersion experiences to support learning and skill development.
• Observe and assess student performance, including clinical reasoning, application of evidence-based practice, and professional competencies.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students based on direct observation and evaluation of performance.
• Evaluate student assignments and clinical/immersion activities in accordance with established grading rubrics and program standards.
• Collaborate with course faculty and/or preceptors regarding student performance, progression, and any identified challenges.
• Maintain professional standards consistent with Gonzaga University policies and serve as a representative of Gonzaga's Department of Nursing.

Skills

RN licensure

ARNP licensure

Psych-Mental Health NP

Teaching experience

Education

MSN in Psych-Mental Health Nursing

Job description

Gonzaga University is seeking an Clinical Adjunct Instructor in Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to mentor graduate students in practicum nursing courses. The role emphasizes active learning, clinical presence, and inclusive teaching practices within clinical settings and immersion experiences on campus.

Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in this specialty and current practice experience as an PMHNP, with licensure in WA and applicable states.