Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical - Roanoke, VA - Part Time

Job Description If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Faculty 507 - Pay Range: $37.64 - $56.49 This position is located ONSITE in Roanoke, Virginia. 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; include 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. Makes 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. Be responsible for responding 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, Skill, 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 garnered from thorough cultivation of a broad knowledge of WGU’s goals and processes; investigate beyond assumptions. Adaptability: Correct behaviors and communication style to meet the needs of a wide range of situations; tackle obstacles appropriately; be comfortable with ambiguity. Reliability: 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 personal growth; self-motivated and able to motivate and inspire others; assert self 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 improvement of performance or proc … Job Qualifications Minimum Qualifications MSN degree and current, unencumbered license. Two years of relevant professional experience. This role will serve as a demonstrated subject matter expert in job-relevant content or practice area. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate, or terminal degree in a specific content area. Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students is preferred. Terminal degree and all applicable licenses or certifications. Prior experience in clinical teaching/nursing education. Department Specific Minimum Qualifications, Leavitt School of Health 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. 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. This position requires occasional travel of 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. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements. Position and Application Details Part-Time Intermittent Positions (classified as intermittent and less than 30 standard weekly hours). This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 SWH) that may be eligible for mental healthcare; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time. How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday. Additional Information Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr