Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical - Idaho Falls, ID - Part Time

Western Governors University • Idaho Falls, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical is an hourly faculty position based in the Idaho Falls, Idaho region. The instructor teaches and mentors students during experiential clinical coursework, providing specialized instruction in group and one-on-one settings and helping students succeed in their clinical placements. The role varies in instructional method, length, and intensity according to student and facility needs, and includes in-person and remote student evaluation. The instructor works with an assigned group of students and collaborates with coaches, preceptors, faculty, and other university professionals.

This is an on-site, part-time intermittent position classified as less than 30 standard weekly hours. The role is paid hourly and bi-weekly, and employees must record hours worked accurately and promptly. Instructors use technology-based teaching and communication platforms, maintain knowledge of relevant state regulations, and comply with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements. The position may also support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing; education is verified.
• At least two years of nursing experience.
• Unencumbered RN license and an active, unencumbered license in the designated state.
• Work history demonstrating continuous advancement and success in roles requiring creative problem-solving and collaboration.
• Ability to work well under stress and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude for learning innovative technology.
• Ability to comply with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Meet applicable state and federal legislative and college accreditation requirements for role credentialing.

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 or nursing education.
• Terminal degree and all applicable licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out WGU’s mission and strategic vision with commitment, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Serve as a professional role model in communication, ethical conduct, and problem-solving.
• Provide expertise in an assigned content area and maintain current knowledge in the field.
• Participate in implementing the philosophy and goals of the program.
• Foster student learning through innovative teaching practices, including instruction on performing duties in clinical settings.
• Respond promptly and professionally to student needs and communicate respectfully with members of the WGU community.
• Refer students for remediation or other needs using WGU policies and procedures.
• Communicate with students’ assigned coaches or preceptors as needed about progress and concerns.
• Review and approve students’ clinical time.
• Provide proactive support and outreach to assigned students.
• Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms to support students’ competency development.
• Submit electronic clinical student evaluation forms after clinical intensives are completed.
• Collaborate with university professionals to promote a positive, student-focused atmosphere.
• Respond promptly to changing requirements, priorities, and short deadlines.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant state regulations.
• Conduct student evaluations in person and remotely.
• Support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships as needed.
• Record all hours worked accurately and in a timely manner.

Benefits

• The part-time intermittent position may be eligible for mental healthcare, a retirement savings plan, a wellbeing program, prorated paid holidays, and accrued sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level