Instructor Prelicensure Clinical - Albuquerque, NM

Job Description Grade: Faculty 507 Pay Range: $37.64 - $56.49 Job Profile Summary 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. The 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. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Act as a steward for carrying out WGU’s mission and strategic vision. 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 their 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 how to perform duties in the clinical setting. 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 Must be able to work well under stress and meet deadlines. Capacity for self‑motivation and working independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Aptitude for learning innovative technology. Must comply with site‑specific orientation and onboarding requirements. Problem‑solving skills: investigate appropriate resources and involve partners when appropriate; future‑oriented; assess what will help/hinder achieving goals; focus on what is important. Interpersonal skills: deal with others in a considerate, respectful, and unbiased manner; approach conflict proactively; solicit and share feedback openly; listen with empathy and maintain composure. Accuracy: draw on information gathered from careful cultivation of a broad knowledge of WGU’s goals and processes; investigate beyond assumptions. Adaptability: course‑correct behaviors and communication style to meet the needs of a wide range of situations; tackle obstacles appropriately; be comfortable with ambiguity. Reliability: be accountable to others; do what it takes to get the job done; actions are consistent with words; follow through on commitments; exhibit exceptional integrity. Attitude: display commitment to the organization and to personal growth; self‑motivate and inspire others; assert oneself appropriately to champion ideas; tell the truth in a direct and constructive manner. Initiative: self‑direct with a strong bias for action; lead the way in improving performance or processes; display keen interest in students and organization. Job Qualifications Minimum: MSN degree and current, unencumbered license. Two years of relevant professional experience. Demonstrated subject‑matter expertise in job‑relevant content or practice area. 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/nursing education. Master’s degree in nursing; education 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 necessary credentialing for this role. As needed, support the Health Placement Team to secure clinical partnerships. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Specific requirements of the job such as travel and the environment in which the job is performed. Occasional travel up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business‑related events as needed. Position Details Part‑Time Intermittent Positions (classified to work less than 30 standard weekly hours). May be eligible for mental health care, retirement savings plan, wellbeing program, and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time. Benefits Opportunities for mental healthcare. Retirement savings plan. Wellbeing program. Prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Western Governors University