Per Diem Nursing Instructor – Pre‑Licensure

Arizona International; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

College of Nursing in the Greater Phoenix Area seeks an on-call/per diem Instructor to guide students through skills labs, simulations, and clinical practice, helping them succeed in their degrees and NCLEX preparation.

The role requires an active AZ RN license, BSN (or graduate nursing coursework) and flexibility for day, night, or weekend shifts. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Active Arizona RN license before start date.
• Eligibility to obtain Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card from AZDPS.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) with 3+ years of RN clinical experience.
• Graduate degree in nursing or enrollment in nursing graduate coursework considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach and guide students in clinical and practical courses.
• Provide instruction during skills labs, simulations, and clinicals; day, night, or weekend shifts possible.
• Ensure health and safety compliance: drug screening, BLS, vaccinations, and background checks.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Teaching experience

Clinical instruction

Education

BSN

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/
Medical Sub-Speciality
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. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
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	10
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Lauren Acosta | [e-mail]
Open Date	7/9/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant	Document Needed to apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume Cover Letter Unofficial Academic Transcripts Proof of Current RN Licensure Names and Phone Numbers of at Least Three (3) Professional References Please submit all requested documents and complete the application in its entirety: 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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