Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical - Salt Lake City, UT - Part Time

Western Governors University • Salt Lake, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical is an hourly faculty position based in the Salt Lake City, Utah region. The instructor teaches and mentors students during experiential clinical coursework, supporting an assigned group with specialized instruction in group and one-on-one settings. The position varies in instructional method, length, and intensity according to student and facility needs, and oversees students’ learning and success in clinical placement settings. The role is paid hourly and bi-weekly, and employees must record hours worked accurately and on time.

The instructor serves as a professional role model and subject matter expert, maintains current knowledge of the field and relevant state regulations, and supports WGU’s mission and program goals. The role includes teaching and evaluating students through in-person and remote methods, communicating with students and their assigned coaches or preceptors, coordinating referrals and support, reviewing clinical time, and completing electronic student evaluations. Instructors collaborate with university professionals and may support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships as needed.

This is a part-time, intermittent position classified to work fewer than 30 standard weekly hours. The position is on-site in the Salt Lake City region, with some remote methods of student evaluation and technology-based teaching and communication. It requires compliance with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements, and includes prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, with occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing; education is verified.
• At least two years of nursing experience.
• Unencumbered RN license and 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.
• Capacity for self-motivation and independent work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude for learning innovative technology.
• Compliance with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements.
• Ability to use appropriate resources and involve partners to address concerns and inquiries.
• Ability to communicate considerately, respectfully, and without bias; handle conflict proactively; share and receive feedback; listen empathetically; and maintain composure.
• Ability to investigate information beyond assumptions and make accurate decisions.
• Adaptability in behavior and communication across situations, including comfort with ambiguity.
• Reliability, accountability, integrity, and follow-through on commitments.
• Self-motivation, initiative, commitment to the organization and personal growth, and ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Ability to work independently in teaching practice with specific guidance from senior faculty and program leaders.
• Ability to address student concerns using available resources and support students in achieving course or program outcomes.
• Ability to work on diverse matters with varying levels of complexity and receive general direction from an immediate supervisor or manager.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer, and 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

• Act as a steward for WGU’s mission and strategic vision, demonstrating commitment, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Serve as a professional role model for students in communication, ethical conduct, and problem-solving.
• Provide expertise in an assigned content area and maintain current knowledge in the field.
• Understand and 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 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 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 remotely.
• Support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships as needed.
• Follow university and department policies, best practices, and learning and operational quality guidance.
• Provide feedback regarding discipline and practice leadership and support initiatives within the specialty.

Benefits

• May be eligible for mental healthcare, retirement savings plan, wellbeing program, prorated paid holidays, and accrued sick time.

What This Job Offers

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