Nurse Instructor (RN) - Full-Time - Didactic and Clinical
Pima Medical Institute
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.
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