Onsite Instructor, Prelicensure Clinical - Columbia, SC - Part Time

Western Governors University•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Onsite Instructor, Prelicensure Clinical teaches and mentors students during experiential clinical coursework. This part-time, intermittent faculty position is based onsite in Columbia, South Carolina, and requires the ability to work approximately five to six 12-hour shifts per month; the schedule may vary with student enrollment. The instructor works with an assigned group of students and a faculty team, providing specialized instruction and overseeing students’ clinical learning and progress in their clinical placement settings. Instruction may vary in type, length, and intensity according to student and facility needs, and may include group and individual support as well as in-person and remote student evaluation. The role is paid hourly on a biweekly basis. Employees must accurately and promptly enter all hours worked. Instructors support WGU’s mission and program goals, help students develop competencies, coordinate with coaches, preceptors, and university colleagues, and follow applicable university policies, state regulations, site requirements, and accreditation or credentialing requirements. This is a part-time intermittent position classified as working fewer than 30 standard weekly hours. It may be eligible for mental healthcare, a retirement savings plan, a wellbeing program, prorated paid holidays, and accrued sick time.

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 onsite in Columbia, South Carolina, approximately five to six 12-hour shifts per month, with scheduling subject to student enrollment.
Ability to work well under stress and meet deadlines.
Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Aptitude for learning innovative technology.
Ability to comply with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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 to student needs and communicate professionally and respectfully with students and the WGU community.
Refer students for remediation or other support in accordance with WGU policies and procedures.
Communicate with students’ assigned coaches or preceptors as needed regarding progress and concerns.
Provide final review and approval of students’ clinical time.
Offer proactive support and outreach to assigned students.
Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms to help students develop competencies.
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.
Follow site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements and applicable university, department, legislative, and accreditation requirements.