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DAY SHIFT INSTRUCTOR, Pre-Licensure Nursing Programs (Gilbert) (On-Call/Per Diem) (Multiple)

University of Arizona
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Feb 2026
💰 $100,000/yr($80,000/yr$100,000/yr)

About the role

DAY SHIFT INSTRUCTOR, Pre-Licensure Nursing Programs (Gilbert) (On-Call/Per Diem) (Multiple) Posting Number req25023 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. Our collaborative, innovative environment is nationally accredited and highly ranked.

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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 or weekend experiences.
  • Occupational health and safety: Must satisfy clinical site compliance requirements (complete drug screening, BLS, vaccination requirements, and/or additional background check).
  • 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
Minimum Qualifications

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 10 Job FTE 0.025 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible No Benefits Rate of Pay Dayshift: $40 - $50 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 | heller@arizona.edu Open Date 2/10/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and Four Additional Documents Special Instructions to Applicant Please submit all requested documents and complete the application in its entirety.

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé

2. Unofficial Academic Transcripts

3. Proof of Current RN Licensure

4. Names and Phone Numbers of at Least Three (3) Professional References

5. Cover Letter

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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