"Instructor Prelicensure Clinical -Dallas"

Job Description

This position is located ONSITE in Dallas, TX. Strong preference for candidates in DeSoto, Lancaster, Cedar Hill, or Mansfield.

Job Profile Summary:

Prelicensure Clinical Instructors (Hourly) are subject matter experts who teach and mentor students in experiential clinical coursework in a remote/onsite environment. This role varies in type, length, and intensity based on student and facility needs. Instructors work on a team to support assigned students, offering specialized instruction on challenging clinical coursework. They interact with students in group and one-on-one settings, ensuring success within clinical placements.

Compensation Expectations:

This role is paid hourly and bi-weekly. Employees must enter hours worked accurately and timely.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Act as a steward for WGU's mission and strategic vision.
• Demonstrate commitment, effectiveness, and consistency.
• Serve as a professional role model in communication, ethical comportment, and problem-solving.
• Provide expertise in assigned content area and maintain current knowledge.
• Participate in program philosophy and goals implementation.
• Foster student learning through innovative teaching practices, including clinical duties.
• Respond urgently to student needs and communicate professionally.
• Make appropriate student referrals using WGU policies.
• Communicate with student's assigned coach/preceptor on progress and concerns.
• Provide final review and approval for student's clinical time.
• Offer proactive support and outreach to students.
• Use technology-based platforms for competency development.
• Submit electronic clinical student evaluation forms.
• Collaborate with professionals to promote a positive atmosphere.
• Respond to changing requirements and priorities.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant state regulations.
• Conduct in-person and remote student evaluations.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Work well under stress and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivation and independent working.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Aptitude for innovative technology.
• Comply with site-specific orientation requirements.
• Problem-solving skills: Investigate resources and involve partners; future-oriented.
• Interpersonal skills: Considerate, respectful, proactive in conflict.
• Accuracy: Cultivate broad knowledge of WGU's goals.
• Adaptability: Adjust to situations and handle ambiguity.
• Reliability: Accountable and consistent.
• Attitude: Committed to organization and growth.
• Initiative: Self-directing and student-focused.

Competencies:

Organizational Impact: Accountable for individual student decisions; facilitates learning experiences.

Problem Solving: Works on diverse matters; receives general direction; utilizes resources for student concerns.

Communication: Supports student questions; communicates with faculty; provides feedback.

Leadership: Contributing team member; adheres to quality guidance; supports initiatives.

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in nursing; two years minimum nursing experience; work history showing advancement and success; unencumbered RN license; active license in designated state; compliance with state and accreditation requirements.

Preferred Requirements: Doctorate or terminal degree; experience with distance education; prior clinical teaching experience.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; must lift up to 15 pounds; specific requirements like travel and environment.

Position Details:

Part-time intermittent position (less than 30 hours/week), potentially eligible for certain benefits.