Registered Nurse (RN) - Substitute Clinical Instructor

I have updated the Registered Nurse (RN) - Substitute Clinical Instructor posting for the Aurora campus. I have streamlined the language to emphasize the "as-needed" nature of the role while maintaining the specific educational requirements mandated by the Colorado Board of Nursing (COBON).

Registered Nurse (RN) - Substitute Clinical Instructor (PRN)

Location: Aurora, CO | Campus: On-Site / Clinical Sites

Type: Part-Time / PRN (As-Needed Coverage)

Pay Range: $40.00 – $46.59 per hour

Are you an experienced RN looking for a flexible way to inspire the next generation of nurses? Pima Medical Institute is seeking highly skilled Registered Nurses to join our Practical Nursing faculty as Substitute Clinical Instructors.

This PRN role is designed for clinicians who want to focus purely on hands-on teaching and skill development without the commitment of a full-time faculty load. You will provide vital coverage for our clinical rotations, ensuring students maintain their momentum toward licensure even when regular faculty are unavailable.

Why this role fits your life:

• Flexibility: Provide coverage based on your availability and the program's needs.

• No 12-Hour Grinds: Most clinical shifts are 8–10 hours, free from weekend rotations.

• Professional Legacy: Transition your years of "bedside wisdom" into a teaching credential.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Supervision: Lead and evaluate students in real-world healthcare settings, ensuring adherence to both school and facility policies.

• Skill Instruction: Guide students through clinical experiences, tailoring the instruction to meet individual learning needs and program objectives.

• Performance Evaluation: Document students’ clinical performance, critical thinking, and technical mastery against established standards.

• Bridging Theory & Practice: Conduct pre- and post-conference discussions to help students link classroom concepts to live patient care.

• Success Planning: Monitor student progress and collaborate with the Clinical Director to create Academic Success Plans when necessary.

• Professional Modeling: Maintain a high standard of professional nursing behavior, serving as a role model for students and a liaison to clinical site personnel.

Who You Are

• A Master Clinician: You are current in your practice and understand the fast-paced nature of modern nursing.

• An Adaptive Educator: You can step into a classroom or clinical site and immediately provide high-value feedback and instruction.

• A Mentor at Heart: You enjoy the process of "showing the ropes" and helping students build clinical confidence.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education (Required per COBON): * Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) OR

  • Baccalaureate degree (BSN) with current, active enrollment in an accredited MSN program.

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing direct patient care as an RN.

• Teaching Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of nursing teaching experience is required.

• Licensure: Current, active, unencumbered Colorado RN license (or compact state license).

• Physical Ability: Must be able to stand/walk for 8-10 hours, lift up to 20 lbs, and assist with patient transfers/positioning.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Pay: $40.00 – $46.59 per hour.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with a 10% Employer Match (eligible based on hours worked).

• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a partial owner of the company!

• Support: Paid instructor training focused on clinical evaluation and coaching methodologies.