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Nurse Instructor (RN) - Full-Time - Didactic and Clinical

Pima Medical Institute

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$38 - $46 / HOURPosted 1 month ago

Location

Mesa, Arizona

Salary

$38 - $46 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Nurse Instructor will deliver didactic classroom instruction on nursing fundamentals and lead clinical rotations at hospital sites. They are responsible for mentoring students, fostering professional development, and ensuring students meet clinical competency standards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and a current Arizona nursing license. A minimum of three years of direct patient care experience and one year of teaching experience are required.

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Job description

You've mastered bedside nursing. Now come teach it!

Our communities are facing a critical nursing shortage, and the solution starts in the classroom. We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Educator to join our team and answer this urgent call. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to leverage your nursing knowledge and clinical expertise to inspire, mentor, and prepare future nurses for success.

Location

  • Mesa,
  • AZ
  • Schedule: 8 am to 5 pm (No on-call, No weekends)

Life-work Balance at last!

What You’ll Do

Teach Didactic

Bring theory to life. You’ll lead engaging classroom discussions on med-surg, fundamentals, pharmacology, and more. We don’t want monotone PowerPoints; we want your real-world stories and clinical wisdom.

Lead Clinicals

Take a small group of eager, hungry students to the hospital floor. Watch them fumble, then grow. Correct, then praise. You’ll be the calm, competent voice they remember for their entire career.

Shape Culture

You’ll instill not just clinical skills, but compassion, critical thinking, and professionalism. Our students don’t just pass the NCLEX—they become the kind of nurses you’d want taking care of your own family.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree, preferably in a Master’s in another field, acceptable if a baccalaureate degree is in nursing.
  • Graduation from an accredited Nursing program recognized by the S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
  • Three (3) years of occupational experience as a Nurse providing direct patient care
  • One (1) year full-time teaching experience or administering a nursing education program leading to licensure
  • Current Arizona Nursing license (or multi-state privilege to practice in Arizona) in good standing, and any other certification or credential as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the field.
  • Verbal and written communications
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computers

Compensation and Benefits That Empower You!

We value our team members and are proud to offer a competitive hiring range along with a robust suite of benefits designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional growth:

Hiring Range

$37.51 to $46.39

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Choose from Medical PPO or two HDHP plans with HSA options, plus Dental and Vision plans.

Secure Your Future

Take advantage of our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Income Protection

Enjoy peace of mind with Short- and Long-term Disability coverage and Basic Life Insurance.

Flexible Spending Options

Access both Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for greater financial flexibility.

Support for You and Your Family

Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to address life’s challenges.

Time to Recharge

Receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay to balance work and life.

Invest in Your Future

Unlock opportunities with Tuition Reimbursement and a commitment to your professional development.

Wellness Matters

Participate in our Health & Wellness Program to nurture your physical and mental health.

Compensation & benefits

Apply today to start your career as a Nursing Instructor!

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • HSA
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Holiday pay
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • Basic life insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Health and wellness program
  • Medical PPO
  • HDHP plans