Registered Nurse – Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN / As-Needed)

Ultipro; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) eligibility

Colorado Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Aurora, CO is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as a Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN) for the Practical Nursing program. This on-site role leads clinical rotations, mentors students, and ensures continuity of instruction when primary faculty are unavailable.

Qualified candidates will have a BSN (or be enrolled in a BSN program), an active Colorado RN license, at least three years of direct patient care, and one year of teaching or preceptorship.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program from a nationally accredited nursing education program.
• Licensure: Active Colorado RN license (or Compact/Multi-State privilege).
• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of direct patient care as an RN.
• Teaching Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of nursing teaching, clinical instruction, or preceptorship.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct instruction and supervision of nursing students during clinical rotations.
• Coordinate clinical learning opportunities tailored to student growth needs.
• Evaluate student clinical performance and progress using established standards.
• Maintain currency in clinical practice and evolving nursing standards.
• Assist in implementing and evaluating the nursing program's mission and standards.
• Collaborate with ANIP and Clinical Faculty to ensure instructional quality.
• Follow all institutional and clinical facility policies and procedures.
• Monitor weekly student progress and coordinate Academic Success Plans as needed.
• Maintain attendance logs and ensure compliance with record-keeping policies.
• Advise students on clinical techniques and professional conduct.

Job description

Registered Nurse – Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN / As-Needed)

Job Category: Faculty All Others

Requisition Number: REGIS008049

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Description

Registered Nurse – Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN / As-Needed)

Location: Aurora, CO | Campus: On-Site

Target Program: Practical Nursing (LPN) Program

Type: PRN / Substitute (As-Needed Basis)

Schedule: Flexible Weekday Availability Required

Compensation: $40.00 – $46.89 per hour

Position Summary

Support the Next Generation of Practical Nurses at Pima Medical Institute! We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to serve as a Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN) for our Practical Nursing (LPN) program at our Aurora campus.

This PRN role is ideal for an active RN who enjoys teaching and mentoring, but prefers a flexible, as-needed schedule. You will step in to lead clinical rotations, supervise students in patient-care environments, and ensure seamless continuity of instruction when primary faculty are unavailable—allowing you to contribute meaningfully to nursing education while maintaining your clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision & Student Guidance:

Direct Instruction: Instruct and supervise nursing students during clinical rotations, ensuring safe, effective, and hands‑on learning experiences.

Clinical Learning Coordination: Arrange appropriate clinical learning opportunities tailored to individual student growth needs.

Performance Evaluation: Evaluate student clinical performance, technical competencies, and progress using established clinical standards.

Practice Currency: Stay current in clinical practice and remain informed of evolving standards in the nursing profession.

Instructional Support & Program Quality:

Program Alignment: Assist in implementing and evaluating the Practical Nursing program’s mission, objectives, and clinical standards.

Faculty Collaboration: Partner with ANIP and Clinical Faculty to maintain consistent instructional quality and curriculum delivery.

Policy Adherence: Strictly follow and enforce all institutional and clinical facility policies and procedures.

Academic Management & Support:

Retention & Progress: Monitor weekly student progress and coordinate Academic Success Plans with the Clinical Director as needed.

Attendance & Documentation: Maintain precise student attendance logs and ensure compliance with all record‑keeping policies.

Student Advisory: Address concerns between students and institutional staff, providing ongoing guidance on clinical techniques and professional conduct.

Professional Engagement: Attend scheduled faculty meetings and maintain a high standard of professionalism with students, staff, and clinical site partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) OR current enrollment in a BSN degree program from a nationally accredited nursing education program.

Licensure: Active, unencumbered Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license (or Compact/Multi‑State privilege to practice in Colorado).

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

Teaching Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of nursing teaching, clinical instruction, or preceptor experience.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and computer applications.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Why This Role Works

Schedule Flexibility: PRN/as-needed schedule ideal for nurses balancing full‑time or part‑time clinical shifts with teaching.

Competitive Compensation: Earn $40.00 – $46.89 per hour.

Impact & Mentorship: Mentor and inspire future LPNs without a full‑time academic commitment.

Supportive Environment: Work alongside a collaborative academic and clinical leadership team.

Employee-Owner ESOP Perks: Participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) eligibility, and Colorado Paid Sick Leave.

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