Instructor, Pre-Licensure Nursing (Gilbert) (On-Call/Per Diem) (Multiple)

University of Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking an on-call/ per diem Instructor for Pre-Licensure Nursing (Gilbert). This role focuses on guiding students through skills labs, simulations, and clinical practice in the Greater Phoenix Area, with potential day, night, or weekend shifts.

We value applicants who can support NCLEX success and student outcomes in a CCNE-accredited program. Applicants must hold an active Arizona RN License, be eligible for Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance, and have a nursing degree

Qualifications

• Active Arizona RN license required before first day of employment.
• Eligibility for Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from AZDPS.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) with direct patient care experience or enrollment/completion of nursing graduate coursework.
• Graduate degree in nursing with at least two years of RN clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach and guide students in clinical and practical courses for assigned programs.
• Provide instruction for skills labs, simulations, and clinicals, including day/evening/weekend shifts.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements (drug screening, BLS, vaccinations, background checks).

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical experience

Instructional ability

Education

BSN + direct patient care experience

Graduate nursing degree

Job description

Instructor, Pre-Licensure Nursing (Gilbert) (On-Call/Per Diem) (Multiple)

Posting Number

req26451

Department

College of Nursing

Department Website Link

https://nursing.arizona.edu/

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

92 W. Vaughn Ave #301, Gilbert, AZ 85233 USA

Position Highlights

Join one of our nationally ranked, CCNE-accredited pre-licensure nursing programs as a per diem Instructor and help shape the future of nursing education. We're seeking passionate nurses for our BSN-Integrative Health and MS-Entry to the Profession of Nursing programs. In this student-facing role based in Maricopa County, you'll guide students through skills labs, simulations, and clinical practice, helping them succeed in their degrees, pass the NCLEX, and launch successful careers as RNs. The ideal candidate will provide instruction for students during skills labs, simulations, and/or clinicals, which may include assigned day shifts, night shift, or weekend experiences. Our collaborative, innovative environment is nationally accredited and highly ranked.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach and guide students in
  clinical and practical courses related to assigned programs.
• Provide instruction for students during skills labs, simulations, and/or clinicals, which may include assigned day shifts, night shift, or weekend experiences.
• Occupational health and
  safety: Must satisfy clinical site compliance requirements (complete
  drug screening, BLS, vaccination requirements, and/or additional
  background check).

Minimum Qualifications

• Provide evidence/receipt of an active Arizona RN
  License prior to first day of employment with College of Nursing.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint
  Clearance Card from AZDPS.

Applicants with a Bachelor's degree:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) AND at least three
  years of clinical experience as an RN providing direct patient care.
• Enrollment in or completion of nursing graduate-level
  coursework OR possession of relevant national certification.

Applicants with a Graduate degree:

• Graduate Degree in Nursing with at least two
  years of clinical experience as an RN providing direct patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in nursing.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• National certification in the area of clinical practice.

Rank

Instructor

Tenure Information

Part-Time Hourly (NTE)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

0 - 19.5

Job FTE

0.025

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Faculty

Benefits Eligible

No Benefits

Rate of Pay

Dayshift: $40-$50 per hour Nightshift: $50-$60 per hour

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

13

Contact Information for Candidates

Lauren Acosta | [e-mail]

Open Date

7/9/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes