Clinical Teaching Assistant - Nursing Denton

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

Clinical Teaching Assistant (CTA)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Clinical Teaching Assistant (CTA) provides direct support to lead clinical faculty in the instruction and supervision of nursing students during lab and clinical rotations. This position exists to enhance the student-to-instructor ratio, support individualized learning, and ensure a safe and high-quality clinical learning environment. CTAs facilitate the development of clinical skills, critical thinking, and professional behavior in alignment with program objectives. Work is performed under general supervision, with duties aligned to established procedures and instructional goals. Performance is evaluated based on the successful support of clinical instruction and student progress, in accordance with University policies.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Campus Nursing Simulation Lab Manager, College of Nursing

Supervises: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES – May include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist lead faculty in clinical instruction of nursing students in hospital, healthcare, or laboratory settings
• Supervise and evaluate students' clinical performance, including medication administration, patient care, and documentation practices
• Facilitate pre-brief and debrief conferences to encourage critical thinking and reflection
• Monitor student adherence to safety protocols and professional standards of practice
• Provide real-time, constructive feedback to support skill acquisition and performance improvement
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and clinical evaluation records
• Support students during simulation activities and in remediation efforts as needed
• Communicate regularly with university faculty and clinical site personnel to ensure instructional alignment and safety

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attend faculty meetings as applicable and participate in relevant professional development opportunities
• Support lab instruction and skill demonstration sessions as scheduled
• May be asked to participate in simulation scenario preparation and student assessment
• Assist with the organization and setup of clinical equipment and materials

EDUCATION

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current, unencumbered Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field
• Specialty certification in clinical practice area
• Simulation-based instruction or preceptor experience

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills

Preferred:

• Previous teaching or preceptor experience
• Familiarity with simulation-based instruction
• Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems

REQUIREMENTS

Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled clinical and lab sessions is essential. Must be able to travel between campus and/or affiliated clinical sites as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – The following are essential:

• Knowledge of common medications and their clinical use
• Understanding of clinical evaluation methods and adult learning principles
• Skill in demonstrating and assessing nursing procedures
• Proficiency in EHR systems and clinical documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms
• Strong time management and multitasking capabilities
• Ability to engage with diverse student populations in a professional and supportive manner
• Capacity to provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning
• Familiarity with nursing curriculum objectives and accreditation requirements
• Competence in simulation technology and moulage (preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods during lab and clinical activities. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds for demonstrations involving mannequins or equipment. Travel between university and clinical locations may be required. Schedule may include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in clinical environments, simulation laboratories, and patient care settings. Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and standard healthcare risks is inherent to the role. Safety protocols must be strictly followed at all times.

SAFETY

All employees are expected to contribute to a safe working and learning environment, adhering to all health, safety, and privacy regulations. Incidents, hazards, or concerns must be promptly reported to supervisors or the university’s Risk Manageme