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

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Arizona in Tucson seeks a per diem Instructor to join our College of Nursing. You will guide students through skills labs, simulations and clinical practice, helping them succeed in their degrees, pass the NCLEX, and launch successful RN careers.

The role is based in Tucson, Part-Time Hourly (NTE) and involves varied shifts including days, nights, or weekends as needed by the program. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• 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 applicable graduate-level coursework OR possession of relevant national certification.
• Graduate Degree in Nursing, or a related field, with at least two years of clinical experience as an RN providing direct patient care.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• National certification in the area of clinical practice.

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).

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Teaching experience in higher ed

National certification

Education

BSN in Nursing

Graduate nursing degree

Job description

Posting Number req27274

Department College of Nursing

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

Medical Sub-Speciality

Location Tucson Campus

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.

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

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 applicable graduate-level coursework OR possession of relevant national certification.

Applicants with a Graduate degree:

• Graduate Degree in Nursing, or a related field, 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 10

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

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

Open Date 10/7/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

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

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