Registered Nurse College Instructor (Part-time)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with employer match

Instructor training & mentorship

Colorado Paid Sick Leave

Employee Discount Programs

EAP

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Aurora, CO is seeking a Registered Nurse College Instructor for the Practical Nursing (LPN) program on a part-time, on-site basis. The role offers flexible morning or afternoon blocks, 20 hours per week, Monday–Thursday, with no weekends or holidays.

The instructor will lead didactic and clinical sessions, coordinate with clinical sites, mentor adjuncts, and support student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or BSN in Nursing from an accredited program; Master’s preferred or at least half of faculty with a Master’s.
• Minimum of three years of RN direct patient care experience.
• Active, unrestricted Colorado RN license (or compact multi-state privilege).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic educational computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver didactic lectures, skills-lab demonstrations, and clinical learning experiences for LPN students.
• Prepare and deliver structured lesson plans using approved course syllabi and objectives.
• Oversee lab setup, equipment readiness, supplies, and safety standards.
• Maintain relationships with clinical sites and align classroom objectives with clinical experiences.
• Collaborate with Program Director to implement and evaluate the learning program.
• Mentor and supervise adjunct instructors; support accreditation processes.
• Assist in applicant interviews and provide student academic counseling and support.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master’s degree or BSN in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Educational software basics

Job description

Registered Nurse College Instructor (Part-time)

Registered Nurse College Instructor (Part-time)Location: Aurora, CO (Aurora Campus) | On-SiteType: Part-Time (20 Hours per Week)Schedule: Flexible Morning or Afternoon Blocks | Monday – Thursday (No Weekends or Holidays)Department: Practical Nursing (LPN) ProgramCompensation: $40.00 – $46.89 per hour

Registered Nurse College Instructor (Part-Time)

Location: Aurora, CO (Aurora Campus) | On-Site

Type: Part-Time (20 Hours per Week)

Schedule: Flexible Morning or Afternoon Blocks | Monday – Thursday (No Weekends or Holidays)

Department: Practical Nursing (LPN) Program

Compensation: $40.00 – $46.89 per hour

Position Summary

Shape the future of practical nursing! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Practical Nursing (LPN) program as a Part-Time Instructor at our Aurora campus. This role is ideal for an RN who wants to blend clinical expertise with meaningful academic impact while maintaining a flexible weekday schedule.

You will support student learning across classroom, skills-lab, and clinical environments, helping future LPNs build confidence, competence, and readiness for real-world practice. Teaching hours are structured in convenient 4- or 5-hour blocks, Monday through Thursday, with no weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Clinical Leadership:

• Didactic & Clinical Delivery: Deliver engaging classroom lectures, skills-lab demonstrations, and clinical learning experiences for LPN students.

• Lesson Execution: Prepare and deliver structured lesson plans using approved course syllabi, course objectives, and outlines.

• Lab Management: Oversee skills-lab setup, equipment readiness, supply inventory, and safety standards.

• Clinical Partnership Alignment: Maintain positive working relationships with clinical site representatives and ensure continuity between classroom objectives and clinical experiences.

Program Governance & Faculty Support:

• Curriculum Collaboration: Collabore with the Program Director to implement, evaluate, and refine the program of learning.

• Faculty Mentorship & Supervision: Orient and mentor new clinical faculty; plan, monitor, and evaluate instruction delivered by clinical/adjunct instructors.

• Accreditation Support: Participate in program evaluation plans, campus meetings, and nursing accreditation processes.

Student Advising & Administration:

• Applicant Screening & Advising: Participate in applicant interviews and provide ongoing academic counseling and personal support to students.

• Student Evaluations: Schedule regular progress check-ins, evaluate practical skill competencies, and maintain accurate attendance and grade records.

Minimum Requirements

• Education:

  • Master’s degree or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing (BSN) from a nationally accredited Nursing Education Program (BSN accepted if no less than half of current faculty hold a Master's degree).

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of occupational experience as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care.

• Licensure & Credentials: Active, unrestricted Colorado RN license (or active Compact multi-state privilege to practice in Colorado).

• Technical Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic educational computer applications.

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

• Hiring Range: $40.00 to $46.89 per hour.

• Schedule Control: 20 hours per week (Monday–Thursday blocks; no weekends, holidays, or on-call clinical duties).

• Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — become an owner in our 100% employee-owned company.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match (based on hours-worked milestones).

• Training & Support: Full instructor training, onboarding, and academic mentorship.

• Benefits: Colorado Paid Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Employee Discount Programs.