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

Arizona International; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona in Tucson is seeking an on-call/part-time Instructor for Pre-Licensure Nursing to guide students through skills labs, simulations, and clinical practice in BSN and MS-Entry programs. This role supports NCLEX readiness and successful nursing careers, working in a student-facing environment with diverse shifts in a nationally ranked program.

Applicants must have a BSN with RN clinical experience or a graduate degree in nursing with relevant experience, and must meet site

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

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).

Job description

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

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.

Job Details

• Location: Tucson Campus
• Address: Tucson, AZ USA
• 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
• 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
• Special Eligibility: Must be able to 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.

Required Clinical Areas 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

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Availability

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, procedures, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].