Onsite Instructor Prelicensure Clinical - Albuquerque, NM - Part Time

WGU is looking for Prelicensure Clinical Instructors (Hourly) to teach and mentor students in experiential clinical coursework. The position is in‑site, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description:

Prelicensure Clinical Instructor – hourly – in‑site. Grade:
Faculty 507. Pay Range: $37.64 – $56.49 per hour.

Prelicensure Clinical Instructors are subject‑matter experts who provide specialized instruction and mentorship during clinical placements. They work as part of a team to support assigned students and ensure successful clinical learning.

• Act as a steward of WGU’s mission and strategic vision.
• Demonstrate commitment, effectiveness, and consistency; serve as a professional role model.
• Provide expertise in an assigned content area and maintain current knowledge.
• Participate in the implementation of program philosophy and goals.
• Foster student learning through innovative teaching practices in clinical settings.
• Respond urgently to student needs and communicate professionally with students and the WGU community.
• Provide appropriate student referrals, utilizing WGU policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with students’ coaches/preceptors on progress and concerns.
• Review and approve clinical time; offer proactive support and outreach.
• Use technology‑based teaching and communication platforms.
• Submit electronic clinical evaluation forms after completion.
• Collaborate with university professionals to promote a positive, student‑obsessed atmosphere.
• Respond to changing requirements, priorities, and short deadlines.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant state regulations.
• Conduct in‑person and/or remote student evaluations.

• 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.

• Investigate appropriate resources and involve partners when needed.
• Future‑oriented assessment of what helps/hinders goals; focus on important items.

• Respectful, unbiased interactions; proactive conflict resolution.
• Open feedback sharing; empathetic listening.
• Maintain composure.

• Use thorough information and broaden knowledge of WGU processes.

• Adjust behavior and communication style for diverse situations.
• Handle obstacles; manage ambiguity.

• Accountable; actions align with words, follow commitments.
• Integrity and consistent performance.

• Commitment to organization and personal growth.
• Self‑motivation and ability to inspire others.
• Direct, constructive honesty.

• Self‑directed with bias for action; lead improvement of processes.
• Interest in student and organizational success.

• Minimum: MSN degree, current unencumbered RN license, two years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferred:
  Doctorate or terminal degree; strong distance education experience; prior clinical teaching/nursing education.
• Department:
  Leavitt School of Health – Master’s degree in nursing, two years of nursing experience, unencumbered RN license, state/federal legislative and accreditation requirements.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lift up to 15lb as needed.
• Occasional travel up to 20%, including attendance at company summits and conferences.

• Part‑time, intermittent (less than 30 standard weekly hours).
• Eligible for mental health care, retirement savings plan, wellbeing program, prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.

How to Apply:

Submit an online application. Internal WGU employees apply via the internal Workday board.

Accommodations:
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruiting.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

Background:
In 1997, a coalition of U.S. governors founded WGU to make higher education more accessible via full degree programs online. WGU is now one of the largest accredited online universities in the U.S.