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Instructor, Learning Lab - Houston, Texas
Instructor, Learning Lab - Houston, TexasWestern Governors University • Houston, TX, United States
Instructor, Learning Lab - Houston, Texas

Instructor, Learning Lab - Houston, Texas

Western Governors University • Houston, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • 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

Job Description

  • This position is located ONSITE in the Houston, TX Lab

Job Profile Summary :

The Instructor, Learning Lab is a clinically experienced subject matter expert who is responsible for facilitating student learning and performance assessment(s) in on-site Clinical Learning Labs. Student learning activities in Clinical Learning Labs range from learning basic nursing skills to resolving simple-to-complex patient care situations via high-fidelity simulation. Teaching responsibilities can include traditional basic nursing skills and nursing care with high-fidelity simulation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

  • Serves as a professional role model for students in dress, communication, deportment, problem solving, care delivery and patient advocacy to facilitate student's socialization into the profession.
  • Demonstrates understanding of and participates in implementation of the philosophy and goals of the nursing program.
  • Demonstrates respect for the student as a new learner by communicating constructive feedback.
  • Uses evidence-based tools and measures to evaluate the students' clinical learning.
  • Maintains communication with the Supervisor, Lab Faculty to make appropriate student referrals for remediation or other needs in post lab reports.
  • Engages in teaching through demonstration, practice, and assistance.
  • Facilitates student advancement through the performance of basic nursing skills to resolution of simple and / or complex patient care situations via high-fidelity simulation.
  • When teaching in a simulated environment, the candidate demonstrates the ability to facilitate scenarios according to evidence-based standards and guidelines.
  • Assists the student with application of clinical judgment, critical thinking, problem solving using reflection, probing, active listening, and other clinical teaching strategies.
  • Assists students in the application of the nursing process to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
  • Understands and practices the difference between "doing it for" the student and "supporting the student" during the learning experience.
  • Assists students in the identification of individual learning needs.
  • Promotes, provides and maintains a safe learning experience.
  • Incorporates student and self as an integral part of the nursing team in the provision of safe patient care when teaching in a simulated environment.
  • Works closely with Supervisor, Lab Faculty to appropriately integrate lab operations, obtain maximum utilization for the most efficient expenditure, and to moderate student and program costs.
  • Support quality improvement measurements related to faculty and student satisfaction.
  • Assist in maintaining the supply inventory.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge, Skill and Abilities :

  • Problem solving skills - Investigates appropriate resources and involves partners when appropriate. Is future oriented. Assesses what will help or hinder achieving goals. Focuses on what is important.
  • Interpersonal skills - Deals with others in a considerate, respectful, and unbiased manner. Approaches conflict proactively. Solicits and shares feedback openly. Listens with empathy and maintains composure.
  • Accuracy - Draws on facts collected from a broad knowledge of WGUs goals and processes.
  • Adaptability - Corrects behaviors and communication style to meet the needs of a wide range of situations. Tackle obstacles appropriately and is comfortable with ambiguity.
  • Reliability - Accountable to others; does what it takes to get the job done. Actions are consistent with words. Follows through on commitments. Exhibits exceptional integrity.
  • Attitude - Displays commitment to the organization and to personal growth. Is self-motivated and able to motivate and inspire others. Asserts self appropriately to champion ideas. Tells the truth in a direct and constructive manner.
  • Initiative - Self-directs with a strong tendency for action. Leads the way to improve performance or processes. Displays keen interest in students and organization.
  • Job Qualifications :

  • This position is located ONSITE in the Houston, TX Lab
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • MSN required (contingent on State Board of Nursing regulations).
  • 2+ years of professional work experience.
  • This individual is a demonstrated subject matter expert with assigned content or practice area(s).
  • Requires an active and unencumbered (will be verified) RN License in the State of the lab location.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students is preferred.
  • Experience in simulation-based education is preferred.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Working Conditions :

  • This is an on-site only role . Variable hours.
  • Flexibility in working with changing groups of students in a variety of locales.
  • #LI-TW1 #LI-ONSITE

    Position & 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 recruiting@wgu.edu.

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

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