Registered Nurse; RN - Part-Time Instructor; Didactic

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Part-Time Instructor (Didactic). Are you a seasoned RN ready for a career designed for balance? Pima Medical Institute is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Practical Nursing Program faculty. This role is built around leveraging your critical clinical expertise into a rewarding and highly compensated academic career. Trade unpredictable 12-hour shifts and mandated overtime for above-market-average pay (starting at $40.00/hr) and a fixed, part-time academic schedule.

Location:

Pima Medical Institute - Aurora, CO Campus

Position Type:
Part-Time (20-24 Hours Per Week), Consistent Schedule

$40.00 - $46.89 per hour

Total Commitment: Approximately 20-24 hours per week.

Didactic/Theory Instruction: Three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday), 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Note:

The Clinical Instructor schedule (Thursday & Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) is a separate opportunity. This posting is primarily for the Didactic role, requiring M-W availability.

• Prepare and deliver engaging instruction based on approved nursing curriculum.
• Lead dynamic, high-fidelity simulation lab activities; training on our simulation equipment and pedagogy is provided.
• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor students in all learning environments.
• Provide academic advising to support student progression and NCLEX readiness.
• Participate in curriculum and program quality improvement.

• Pay: Highly Competitive Hourly Rate of $40.00 - $46.89
  . Our starting wage of $40.00/hr is above the market average for similar nursing positions.
• Work-Life Balance: Consistent, fixed schedule with holidays off.
• Professional Development Culture: We prioritize your growth. Join a highly collaborative team where staff longevity is the norm
  , ensuring a supportive environment focused on mentorship and shared success. Full, paid instructor training is provided, including specialized training in simulation-based teaching methodologies.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for specialization and involvement in program leadership.

• Education (Required): Master’s in Nursing (MSN)
  OR Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) plus current, active enrollment in an MSN program. Commitment to completing the graduate program is essential.
• Licensure: Current, active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Colorado.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of practical experience as a nurse providing direct patient care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Simulation
  
  Experience:
  
  Background in conducting high-fidelity simulation or skills lab instruction is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in teaching, precepting, or charge nurse roles.

Pima Medical Institute offers a clear career path to build a professional legacy while securing competitive pay and the stable work-life balance you deserve.

Apply today and begin your instructional career at Pima Medical Institute.

Pima Medical Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.