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

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a part-time Instructor to guide nursing students in Tucson. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in nursing and possess an active Arizona RN License. Responsibilities include teaching skills labs and providing clinical instruction. Applicants should have at least three years of clinical RN experience and involvement in nursing education. This position is part-time with hourly pay ranging from $40 to $60, depending on the shift worked.

Qualifications

• Evidence of an active Arizona RN License required prior to employment.
• Must be eligible for Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from AZDPS.
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of clinical experience as an RN needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach and guide students in clinical and practical nursing courses.
• Provide instructional support during skills labs and simulations.
• Ensure compliance with clinical site requirements and regulations.

Skills

Current Arizona RN License

Clinical experience as an RN

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)

Job description

Posting Number req25018

Department College of Nursing

Department Website Link https://nursing.arizona.edu/

Medical Sub-Speciality

Location University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address Tucson, AZ 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 and MS-Entry to the Profession of Nursing programs. In this student-facing role based in Tucson, 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. Our collaborative, innovative environment is nationally accredited and highly ranked.

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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 (completed 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.

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 1

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 10

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Lauren Acosta | [e-mail]

Open Date 2/9/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please submit all requested documents and complete the application in its entirety

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts
• Proof of Current RN Licensure
• Names and Phone Numbers of at Least Three (3) Professional References
• Cover Letter

In your Cover Letter, please address your teaching interest and experience; AND include the clinical areas listed below in which you have experience:

• Adult Medical-Surgical
• Case Management/Care Transitions
• Community/Community-based
• Population Health
• Critical Care
• Emergency/Trauma
• Health Promotion
• Hospice/Palliative Care
• Long Term Care
• Maternal Newborn
• Operating Room/Post Anesthesia Care
• Pediatric, Primary Care/Ambulatory Care
• Psychiatric/Behavioral Health
• Other applicable area

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