On-Site Instructor, Prelicensure Clinical- Columbia, SC- Part Time

About the position

WGU is committed to expanding access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs. The university is looking for Prelicensure Clinical Instructors who will teach and mentor students during their clinical coursework. This position is on-site in the Columbia, SC region and requires flexibility to work evenings and night shifts as needed. The Clinical Instructor will work with a team to support students, ensuring their success in clinical placements and providing specialized instruction.

Responsibilities

• Act as a steward for carrying out WGU's mission and strategic vision.
• Demonstrate a high level of commitment, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Serve as a professional role model for students in communication, ethical comportment, and problem-solving.
• Provide expertise in an assigned content area and maintain current knowledge in their field.
• Foster student learning through innovative teaching practices.
• Respond with urgency to meet student needs and communicate professionally.
• Make appropriate student referrals for remediation or other needs.
• Communicate with the student's assigned coach/preceptor regarding student progress.
• Provide final review and approval for student's clinical time.
• Offer proactive support and outreach to assigned students.
• Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms.
• Submit electronic clinical student evaluation forms after clinical intensives.
• Collaborate with other professionals to promote a positive, student-focused atmosphere.
• Respond with urgency to changing requirements and short deadlines.
• Maintain a working knowledge of relevant state regulations.
• Conduct both in-person and remote methods of student evaluation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing.
• Two years minimum nursing experience.
• Unencumbered RN license.
• Active, unencumbered license in designated state.
• Work history demonstrating continuous advancement and success in roles requiring creative problem solving and collaboration.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a specific content area.
• Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students.
• Prior experience in clinical teaching/nursing education.

Benefits

• Mental healthcare eligibility.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Wellbeing program.
• Prorated paid holidays.
• Accrued sick time.