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Nursing: Instructional Academic Staff Adjunct Pool

Universities of Wisconsin · Eau Claire, WI

Posted Apr 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell us about a time you had to tell a student they were not safe to continue in clinical.

What they are checking: Whether they can make hard calls and document them fairly to protect future patients.

Tell us about a student who was struggling with stress or confidence in clinical. How did you help?

What they are checking: Whether they can support students emotionally while keeping standards.

What would you do

How would you supervise eight nursing students on a busy hospital unit while keeping patients safe?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage student learning and patient safety at the same time.

A student is about to give a medication incorrectly and you catch it. What do you do in that moment and afterward?

What they are checking: Whether they protect the patient first, then turn the moment into structured learning and documentation.

How do you build a good working relationship with the nursing staff on a clinical unit?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep partner sites happy so students keep getting placements.

Appointments range from one to two semesters. How does that fit your schedule and career plans?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the temporary nature of this pool and can commit for the term.

About the work

Tell us about your clinical nursing background and which areas you feel ready to teach in.

What they are checking: Whether their clinical expertise matches what the UW-Eau Claire nursing program needs covered.

How do you help students connect what they learned in class to what they see at the bedside?

What they are checking: Whether they can make clinical judgment visible and teachable.

How would you run a post-clinical conference so students actually reflect instead of just reporting?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to build clinical reasoning through debriefing.

How would you prepare students for the NCLEX through your clinical or lab teaching?

What they are checking: Whether they connect teaching to licensure success.

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Nursing: Instructional Academic Staff Adjunct Pool Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Clinical Instructor Job Duties: POSITION : The Department of Nursing is recruiting for Instructional Academic Staff positions at the Eau Claire campus. Multiple positions are available. Appointments range from 4.5 months (1 semester) to 9 months (2 semesters). Interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship opportunities are readily available and supported by the university. Collaborative community exchanges, cultural immersion programs, and global awareness initiatives are well-established at the university, and new, innovative partnerships are supported through the university's strategic plan and community agencies. Faculty and staff at the University foster student-centered learning, leadership skill development, and a robust shared governance model. There are excellent opportunities for clinical and professional development, leadership, and research. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : • Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program • Unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the United States • Eligible for immediate licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Wisconsin. • Eligible for health care provider CPR certification, up-to-date immunizations, and other verifications required by clinical agencies • Satisfactory background study clearance as required by state statutes • Demonstrated experience and commitment to the core values of equity, diversity, and inclusivity. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : • DNP from an accredited nursing program or Ph.D. in nursing; or doctorate in a related field with a Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program • Teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate programs • Professional nursing clinical experience • Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching. DUTIES : The instructor role includes traditional classroom, clinical, and/or online teaching/learning as well as other innovations in inter-professional education, cross-disciplinary initiatives, community collaborations, and distance education processes; other possible instructor duties include performing research/scholarly activities, engaging in service, advising, and participating in university faculty governance through service on department, college, and university committees. THE UNIT : COLLEGE & DEPARTMENT: College Join an institution built on a foundation of excellence, liberal education, and inclusivity. The College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS) fosters the transformation of individuals at the undergraduate and graduate levels into leaders in professional nursing practice, education, and scholarship. We value excellence in education, experiential learning, leadership, life-long learning, practice, and scholarship; diversity and eliminating barriers to participation; integrity; innovation; social responsibility inclusive to a positive influence on health, respect, social justice, accountability, and sustainability; finally, health and quality of life. In doing so, we endeavor to transform the lives of our students, the practice of our profession, and the health of all we serve. As part of the college, you become a member of two communities and gain partnerships with the premier healthcare providers in the state of Wisconsin. The college is comprised of the Department of Nursing with two site locations: Eau Claire, WI located on the UW-Eau Claire campus, and Marshfield, WI located within the prestigious Marshfield Clinic. In addition to Marshfield Clinic, UW-Eau Claire the College of Nursing has partnerships in place with world acclaimed Mayo Clinic Health System. Department The Department of Nursing offers four degree programs: traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (BSNC), Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). UW-Eau Claire is the only public university in northwestern Wisconsin that offers a baccalaureate nursing degree. All programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). As a department, we believe high-impact educational experiences, scholarship, and service to our communities enhance the personal and professional growth of students and faculty. We embrace equity, diversity, and inclusivity in our professional and personal lives. Faculty can develop their own student intercultural immersion experiences. Current faculty-led domestic intercultural immersion experiences include working with migrant farm workers in western Wisconsin, the Somali population in northern Wisconsin, and clinical work with the Lakota Sioux nation in South Dakota. Scholarship and research are supported at the college and university levels. Undergraduate students can collaborate with faculty on faculty-mentored scholarly projects through the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. For more information about CONHS, please visit: https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-nursing-health-sciences/ UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY : UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. W e strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/why-uwec/ . The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives . Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format : • Letter of application • Curriculum vita • Unofficial graduate school transcript • Statement of teaching philosophy • Names and contact information for three references. Please direct requests for additional information to: Rachel Merkel, merkelrm@ uwec.edu Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Key Job Responsibilities: Department: Compensation: Required Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Education: How to Apply: Contact Information: Special Notes: INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit  https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ . The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment. The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7). The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit  Campus Security and Fire Report . Also visit our  Campus Security Authority (CSA) policy. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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