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

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings • Aurora, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) OR current enrollment in a BSN degree program from a nationally accredited nursing education program.
• Active, unencunbered Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license (or Compact/Multi-State privilege to practice in Colorado).
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing teaching, clinical instruction, or preceptor experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and computer applications.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and supervise nursing students during clinical rotations, ensuring safe, effective, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Arrange appropriate clinical learning opportunities tailored to individual student growth needs.
• Evaluate student clinical performance, technical competencies, and progress using established clinical standards.
• Stay current in clinical practice and remain informed of evolving standards in the nursing profession.
• Assist in implementing and evaluating the Practical Nursing program’s mission, objectives, and clinical standards.
• Partner with ANIP and Clinical Faculty to maintain consistent instructional quality and curriculum delivery.
• Strictly follow and enforce all institutional and clinical facility policies and procedures.
• Monitor weekly student progress and coordinate Academic Success Plans with the Clinical Director as needed.
• Maintain precise student attendance logs and ensure compliance with all record-keeping policies.
• Address concerns between students and institutional staff, providing ongoing guidance on clinical techniques and professional conduct.
• Attend scheduled faculty meetings and maintain a high standard of professionalism with students, staff, and clinical site partners.

Benefits

• PRN/as-needed schedule
• Competitive Compensation: Earn $40.00 – $46.89 per hour.
• Mentor and inspire future LPNs without a full-time academic commitment.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a collaborative academic and clinical leadership team.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) eligibility
• Colorado Paid Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level