Learning Lab Instructor

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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:

Job Description

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 students 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 evidencebased 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 highfidelity simulation.
• When teaching in a simulated environment the candidate demonstrates the ability to facilitate scenarios according to evidencebased 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 selfmotivated and able to motivate and inspire others. Asserts self appropriately to champion ideas. Tells the truth in a direct and constructive manner.
• Initiative Selfdirects with a strong tendency for action. Leads the way to improve performance or processes. Displays keen interest in students and organization.

Job Qualifications:

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 simulationbased 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 onsite only role. Variable hours.
• Flexibility in working with changing groups of students in a variety of locales.

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Position & Application Details

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. Its not allinclusive.

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