Western Governors University · 22 hours ago
Instructor, Learning Lab - Houston, Texas
Greater Houston
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$37.64/hr - $56.49/hr
2+ years expWestern Governors University is committed to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. The Instructor in the Learning Lab will serve as a professional role model for students, facilitate their learning through simulation and practical teaching methods, and ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
Higher Education
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
Qualification
Required
MSN required (contingent on State Board of Nursing regulations)
2+ years of professional work experience
Requires an active and unencumbered (will be verified) RN License in the State of the lab location
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
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
Preferred
Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students is preferred
Experience In Simulation-based Education Is Preferred
Benefits
Mental healthcare
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing program
Prorated paid holidays
Accrued sick time
Company
Western Governors University
Western Governors University focuses on improving lives by creating pathways to opportunity for its students.
5001-10000 employees
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Kauffman Foundation
2025-05-08Grant
Leadership Team
Stephen Herzig
Vice President of Enterprise Solutions
Kacey Thorne
Senior Director, Academic Strategic Initiatives
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