Nursing Instructor Jobs in Arizona
Nursing Instructor jobs in Arizona are actively in demand, concentrated in community colleges, university nursing programs, and hospital-based clinical education departments, with openings from adjunct faculty through program director level. Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa are the primary hiring hubs, home to established institutions and health systems such as Arizona State University, Maricopa Community Colleges, and Banner Health that maintain ongoing nursing faculty needs. The most sought-after specialties are medical-surgical, simulation lab instruction, and clinical practicum coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Nursing Instructor – RN (Full-Time)
Location: Mesa, AZ (Mesa Campus – 957 S. Dobson Road) | 100% On-Site
Type: Full-Time (40 Hours per Week) | Non-Exempt
Compensation: $37.51 – $46.89 per hour
Position Summary
Join our dynamic Nursing Education Program as a Full-Time Registered Nurse Instructor! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a passionate, clinically active Registered Nurse to help shape the future of healthcare at our Mesa campus (957 S. Dobson Road).
This role is ideal for RNs currently practicing in clinical settings who want to transition their real-world expertise into academic leadership. In this vital full-time position, you will lead clinical experiences, deliver didactic and lab instruction, mentor nursing students, and collaborate with faculty to maintain institutional excellence in nursing practice and education.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Didactic Instruction:
Clinical Supervision: Instruct, guide, and supervise nursing students during clinical rotations, ensuring student performance aligns with established clinical and safety standards.
Lab & Classroom Teaching: Deliver engaging lectures, lead nursing lab practicals, and demonstrate essential nursing procedures following the approved curriculum.
Clinical Placement Coordination: Coordinate clinical education experiences and arrange suitable clinical site placements tailored to student learning needs.
Academic Support & Student Mentorship:
Performance Evaluation: Assess student progress weekly, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with the Clinical Director to implement Academic Success Plans for students requiring extra support.
Student Retention: Track daily attendance and maintain professional office hours to advise, tutor, and encourage students throughout their nursing journey.
Administrative & Programmatic Support:
Program Alignment: Contribute to the development, implementation, evaluation, and annual updating of the Nursing Education Program’s mission, objectives, and curriculum.
Faculty Collaboration: Attend departmental faculty meetings, collaborate with Assistant Nursing Program Directors (ANIP) and clinical instructors, and assist with institutional regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from a program accredited by an agency recognized by USDE or CHEA (Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred).
Licensure & Certification: Active, unencumbered Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license or valid multi-state Compact RN license with privilege to practice in Arizona.
Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse. Currently working in a active clinical setting required.
Technical & Soft Skills: Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
One (1) year of full-time teaching experience or experience administering/coordinating a pre-licensure nursing education program.
Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits
Hiring Range: $37.51 to $46.89 per hour.
Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—earn equity in the company as an employee-owner.
Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.
Healthcare Options: Comprehensive Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP options with HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage.
Financial Protection: Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, HSA, and FSA options.
Work-Life & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Arizona Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Health & Wellness Program rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing instructor jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona RN license in good standing with the Arizona State Board of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing or higher degree from an accredited program
- Minimum two years of recent clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty
- Prior teaching, precepting, or clinical instruction experience in an academic or hospital setting
- Familiarity with curriculum development, course design, or accreditation standards such as ACEN or CCNE
- Current BLS certification and willingness to maintain ongoing professional development
Nursing Instructor Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nursing instructor in Arizona?
Becoming a nursing instructor in Arizona starts with holding an active RN license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Most positions at community colleges and universities require at least a Master of Science in Nursing, though some clinical instructor roles accept a bachelor's degree with substantial experience. Aspiring instructors typically build a teaching portfolio through precepting, simulation facilitation, or adjunct roles at Maricopa Community Colleges or Arizona university nursing programs before advancing to full-time faculty positions.
How much do nursing instructors make in Arizona?
Nursing instructors in Arizona earn a median of about $78,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,400 for the lowest 10% to over $119,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nursing instructors in Arizona?
Employers hiring nursing instructors in Arizona right now include Carrington College, University of Arizona, and East Valley Institute of Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's large community college districts and health systems consistently post both adjunct and full-time nursing faculty openings throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most nursing instructor jobs?
Mesa, Tucson, and Gilbert have the most nursing instructor openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of the concentration of community college campuses, state university health programs, and large hospital systems with clinical education departments, while Tucson's University of Arizona College of Nursing and surrounding healthcare network sustain consistent demand, and Mesa's growing population keeps Maricopa-area campuses actively recruiting faculty.
How can I get hired as a nursing instructor in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing an adjunct or part-time clinical instructor position, which Arizona community colleges such as those in the Maricopa and Pima County systems frequently post for candidates who hold an active RN license and recent bedside experience. Lateral moves from charge nurse, preceptor, or staff education coordinator roles are common stepping stones. Completing a graduate certificate in nursing education alongside your clinical experience strengthens your candidacy, and volunteering as a simulation facilitator at a local program builds a teaching portfolio that full-time hiring committees look for.
Where can I find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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