Nurse Instructor (RN) - Full-Time - Didactic and Clinical

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings • Mesa, AZ

2d • $38 - $46

About The Position

You've mastered bedside nursing. Now come teach it! Our communities are facing a critical nursing shortage, and the solution starts in the classroom. We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Educator to join our team and answer this urgent call. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to leverage your nursing knowledge and clinical expertise to inspire, mentor, and prepare future nurses for success. Location: Mesa, AZ Schedule: 8 am to 5 pm (No on-call, No weekends) Life-work Balance at last! What You’ll Do Teach Didactic: Bring theory to life. You’ll lead engaging classroom discussions on med-surg, fundamentals, pharmacology, and more. We don’t want monotone PowerPoints; we want your real-world stories and clinical wisdom. Lead Clinicals: Take a small group of eager, hungry students to the hospital floor. Watch them fumble, then grow. Correct, then praise. You’ll be the calm, competent voice they remember for their entire career. Shape Culture: You’ll instill not just clinical skills, but compassion, critical thinking, and professionalism. Our students don’t just pass the NCLEX—they become the kind of nurses you’d want taking care of your own family.

Requirements

• Master’s degree, preferably in a Master’s in another field, acceptable if a baccalaureate degree is in nursing.
• Graduation from an accredited Nursing program recognized by the S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Three (3) years of occupational experience as a Nurse providing direct patient care
• One (1) year full-time teaching experience or administering a nursing education program leading to licensure
• Current Arizona Nursing license (or multi-state privilege to practice in Arizona) in good standing, and any other certification or credential as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the field.
• Verbal and written communications
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computers

Responsibilities

• Teach Didactic: Bring theory to life. You’ll lead engaging classroom discussions on med-surg, fundamentals, pharmacology, and more.
• Lead Clinicals: Take a small group of eager, hungry students to the hospital floor. Watch them fumble, then grow. Correct, then praise.
• Shape Culture: You’ll instill not just clinical skills, but compassion, critical thinking, and professionalism.

Benefits

• Hiring Range: $37.51 to $46.39
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from Medical PPO or two HDHP plans with HSA options, plus Dental and Vision plans.
• Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Income Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with Short- and Long-term Disability coverage and Basic Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Options: Access both Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for greater financial flexibility.
• Support for You and Your Family : Benefit from our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to address life’s challenges.
• Time to Recharge: Receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay to balance work and life.
• Invest in Your Future: Unlock opportunities with Tuition Reimbursement and a commitment to your professional development.
• Wellness Matters: Participate in our Health & Wellness Program to nurture your physical and mental health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level