Onsite Instructor, Prelicensure Clinical - Houston, TX - Full Time

Job Description Prelicensure Clinical Instructors (Hourly) are subject matter experts who teach and mentor students when engaged in experiential clinical course work in a remote/onsite environment. This faculty position varies in the type, length, and intensity of instructional methods and is based upon student and facility needs. The Clinical Instructor works on a team to support an assigned group of students and offers specialized instruction on challenging experiential/clinical course work. Faculty interacts with students in both group and one‑on‑one settings. The Clinical Instructor ensures students are successful within their clinical placement setting as they oversee clinical learning. Compensation Expectations This role is paid hourly and bi‑weekly. The employee will be required to enter all hours worked in an accurate and timely manner. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Demonstrate a high level of commitment, effectiveness, and consistency. Serve as a professional role model for students in communication, ethical comportment, and problem‑solving. Provide expertise in an assigned content area and maintain current knowledge in the field. Demonstrate an understanding of, and participate in, the implementation of the philosophy and goals of the program. Foster student learning through innovative teaching practices, including clinical duties. Respond with urgency to meet student needs and communicate professionally and respectfully with students and all other members of the WGU community. Make appropriate student referrals for remediation or other needs, utilizing WGU policies and procedures. Communicate with the student’s assigned coach/preceptor as needed to discuss student progress and concerns. Provide final review and approval for student’s clinical time. Offer proactive support and outreach to assigned students. Use technology‑based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in the development of competencies. Submit electronic clinical student evaluation form(s) after completion of clinical intensive. Collaborate with other professionals within the university to promote a positive, student‑obsessed atmosphere. Respond with urgency to changing requirements, priorities, and short deadlines. Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of relevant state regulations. Conduct both in‑person and remote methods of student evaluation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Work well under stress and meet deadlines. Self‑motivation and ability to work independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Aptitude for learning innovative technology. Compliance with site‑specific orientation and onboarding requirements. Problem‑solving skills: investigate resources, involve partners, assess goals, and focus on importance. Interpersonal skills: consider others respectfully, address conflict proactively, and listen empathetically. Accuracy: draw on broad knowledge of WGU goals and processes and investigate beyond assumptions. Adaptability: adjust communication style to meet diverse situations and handle ambiguity. Reliability: accountable, consistent, and follows through on commitments. Attitude: commit to organization and personal growth, and communicate truthfully. Initiative: self‑direct, act with bias for action, and lead performance improvement. Competencies Organizational or Student Impact Accountable for decisions that impact individual students. Facilitate learning experiences that support student attainment of knowledge and skills. Act independently in executing teaching practice with guidance from senior faculty and program leaders. Problem Solving & Decision Making Handle diverse matters of varying complexity. Receive general direction from supervisor or manager. Effectively utilize resources to address student concerns and inquiries. Support students' needs to help them achieve course or program outcomes. Follow university and department established policies and best practices. Communication & Influence Communicate with students appropriately to support questions and needs. Communicate with fellow faculty members within and outside the department. Provide feedback regarding discipline and practice leadership. Leadership & Talent Management Contribute as a collegial team member. Adhere to learning and operational quality guidance. Support initiatives within specialty. Display positive attitude toward change and support change management practices. Job Qualifications Minimum Requirements Master's degree in nursing; education is verified. Two years minimum nursing experience. Work history demonstrating continuous advancement and success in roles requiring creative problem‑solving and collaboration. Unencumbered RN license. Active, unencumbered license in designated state. State and federal legislative requirements and college accreditation requirements may apply to maintain the necessary credentialing for this role. Support the Health Placement Team to secure clinical partnerships as needed. Preferred Doctorate or terminal degree in a specific content area. Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students. Terminal degree and all applicable licenses or certifications. Prior experience in clinical teaching or nursing education. Support the Health Placement Team to secure clinical partnerships. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Specific requirements of the job such as travel and environmental considerations. Position & Application Details Grade: Faculty 507 – Pay Range: $78,300.00 – $117,500.00. Full‑time, regular position for 40 standard weekly hours, eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, telehealth, mental healthcare, health savings account, flexible spending account, basic and voluntary life insurance, disability coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages, legal and identity theft coverage, retirement savings plan, wellbeing program, discounted WGU tuition, and flexible paid time off. 11 paid holidays and up to 12 weeks of parental leave. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law. Accommodations Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr