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

Western Governors University•Columbia, SC

2d•$39 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

The Prelicensure Clinical Instructor is an hourly faculty member who teaches and mentors nursing students during experiential clinical coursework. This onsite position is based in Columbia, South Carolina, and requires the ability to work five to six 12-hour shifts per month, with the schedule potentially varying based on student enrollment. The instructor works with an assigned group of students, provides specialized support for challenging clinical coursework, and oversees students’ learning and success in clinical placement settings. Instruction and evaluation may take place in person or remotely, depending on student and facility needs. The instructor models professional communication, ethical conduct, and problem-solving; supports students’ development of clinical competencies; evaluates clinical progress; approves clinical time; and communicates with students’ assigned coaches or preceptors as needed. The role also includes completing student evaluation forms, making referrals for remediation when appropriate, and collaborating with university colleagues. The employee is paid hourly on a biweekly basis and must accurately and promptly report all hours worked.

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 five to six 12-hour shifts monthly onsite in Columbia, South Carolina.
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines, and capacity for self-motivation and independent work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and aptitude for learning innovative technology.
Compliance with site-specific orientation and onboarding requirements.
Ability to meet applicable state and federal legislative requirements and college accreditation requirements necessary to maintain credentialing.
Prolonged periods of 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

Teach and mentor students during experiential clinical coursework and support their success in clinical placements.
Provide subject-matter expertise and specialized instruction for challenging clinical coursework.
Model professional communication, ethical conduct, and problem-solving for students.
Support student learning through innovative teaching practices, including guidance 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 support 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.
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 environment.
Respond promptly to changing requirements, priorities, and deadlines.
Maintain working knowledge of relevant state regulations.
Evaluate students through in-person and/or remote methods.
As needed, support the Health Placement Team in securing clinical partnerships.
Accurately and promptly enter all hours worked.