Registered Nurse – Classroom Instructor (Full-Time)

Pima Medical Institute; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ESOP ownership

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Aurora, CO is seeking a Registered Nurse to join as a Full-Time Classroom Instructor for the Practical Nursing program. The role centers on teaching, mentoring, and guiding students toward NCLEX-PN success, with a focus on classroom excellence and student development.

The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule, on-site attendance, and competitive hourly pay between $40.00 and $46.89, reflecting a stable academic career path for an experienced RN seeking a transition

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing education from an accredited program.
• Three years of direct patient care as a registered nurse.
• Current Colorado RN license and eligibility to work in Colorado.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Classroom & Lab Instruction – deliver didactic, skills-lab, and simulation-based learning.
• Curriculum Delivery – prepare and deliver lesson plans aligned with course syllabi.
• Program Collaboration – work with Program Director to improve the program.
• Student Advising – maintain records and provide academic counseling.
• Skills Lab Oversight – manage lab inventory and readiness for practice.
• Faculty Coordination – mentor new faculty and coordinate instruction with others.
• Clinical Alignment – ensure objectives transition from classroom to clinicals.
• Accreditation & Compliance – participate in meetings and accreditation activities.
• NCLEX-PN Preparation – coach students toward licensure readiness.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing Education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Registered Nurse - Classroom Instructor (Full-Time)

Registered Nurse - Classroom Instructor (Full-Time)Aurora, CO | On-Site | Practical Nursing (LPN) Program $40.00 - $46.89 per hour | 40 Hours Per Week | Monday-Friday

Registered Nurse - Classroom Instructor (Full-Time)

Aurora, CO | On-Site | Practical Nursing (LPN) Program $40.00 - $46.89 per hour | 40 Hours Per Week | Monday-Friday

Lead the Future of Practical Nursing

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Practical Nursing (LPN) program as a Full-Time Classroom Instructor. This role is ideal for an RN who wants to transition from long clinical shifts into a stable, Monday-Friday academic position focused on teaching, mentoring, and shaping the next generation of Licensed Practical Nurses.

As the primary on-campus instructor, you will deliver core nursing theory, guide students through simulation-based learning, and support their progression toward clinical readiness and NCLEX-PN success. Clinical faculty manage off-site rotations, allowing you to focus fully on classroom excellence and student development.

What Your Week Looks Like

• Monday-Thursday: Lead classroom lectures and simulation-lab instruction using the approved Practical Nursing curriculum (8:00 AM-5:00 PM).

• Friday: Facilitate open-lab practice, provide one-on-one tutoring, reinforce essential skills, and complete academic tracking and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom & Lab Instruction - Deliver didactic, skills-lab, and simulation-based learning experiences.

• Curriculum Delivery - Prepare and deliver lesson plans aligned with course syllabi, objectives, and outlines.

• Program Collaboration - Work with the Program Director to implement, evaluate, and enhance the program of learning.

• Student Advising - Maintain student records, provide academic counseling, and meet regularly with students to support progression.

• Skills Lab Oversight - Manage skills lab inventory, equipment, and readiness for student practice.

• Faculty Coordination - Mentor new faculty and coordinate instruction with ANIP and clinical instructors.

• Clinical Alignment - Ensure learning objectives transition smoothly from classroom to clinical environments.

• Accreditation & Compliance - Participate in faculty meetings, program evaluation activities, and accreditation processes.

• NCLEX-PN Preparation - Coach students toward licensure readiness through structured remediation and exam-focused strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree, with a major in nursing, from a Nursing Education Program with a national nursing accreditation.

• Three (3) years occupational (i.e., practical) experience as a nurse providing direct patient care.

• Current Colorado RN license and any other credential as required by local, state and/or federal laws to work as a Registered Nurse in Colorado.

• Verbal and written communications skills.

• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and computer skills.

Full-Time Benefits & Employee Ownership

Pima Medical Institute is 100% employee-owned, offering a competitive and stable employment package.

• Competitive Pay:$40.00 - $46.89 per hour

• Ownership:Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Retirement:401(k) with a 10% employer match

• Insurance:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Stability:Monday-Friday schedule, paid holidays, and generous PTO