Onsite Instructor, Prelicensure Clinical - El Paso, TX - Part Time

Western Governors University•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prelicensure Clinical Instructor is an hourly faculty member and subject matter expert who teaches and mentors nursing students during experiential clinical coursework in the El Paso, Texas region. The role’s instructional methods, duration, and intensity vary according to student and clinical facility needs. Working as part of a team, the instructor supports an assigned group of students, provides specialized instruction on challenging clinical coursework, and oversees students’ clinical learning and success in their placement settings. Instruction and evaluation may take place in person or remotely, and interactions include both group and individual settings. The position is part-time and intermittent, classified to work fewer than 30 standard weekly hours. Pay is hourly and biweekly, and employees must record all hours worked accurately and promptly. The role requires compliance with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements and applicable state regulations, legislation, and accreditation requirements. The instructor may also support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships. The position requires a master’s degree in nursing, at least two years of nursing experience, and an active, unencumbered RN license in the designated state. A doctorate or other terminal degree, experience in distance education, and prior clinical teaching or nursing education experience are preferred. Physical requirements include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, and the ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing; education is verified.
At least two years of nursing experience.
Active, unencumbered RN 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 self-motivate and work independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Aptitude for learning innovative technology.
Compliance with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements.
Ability to meet applicable state and federal legislative and college accreditation requirements for role credentialing.
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.
All applicable licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

Teach and mentor students during experiential clinical coursework, providing specialized instruction on challenging clinical work.
Oversee students’ clinical learning and support their success in assigned clinical placement settings.
Serve as a professional role model in communication, ethical conduct, and problem-solving.
Maintain expertise and current knowledge in the assigned content area, and participate in implementing program philosophy and goals.
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 WGU community members.
Refer students for remediation or other needs in accordance with WGU policies and procedures.
Communicate with students’ assigned coaches or preceptors as needed about student progress and concerns.
Provide final review and approval of students’ clinical time.
Provide 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 environment.
Respond promptly to changing requirements, priorities, and short deadlines.
Maintain working knowledge of relevant state regulations.
Conduct student evaluations in person and/or remotely.
Support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships as needed.
Record all hours worked accurately and in a timely manner.