Clinical Nursing Instructor, RN – Part-Time

Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston

. Guide nursing students through hands-on clinical experiences in local healthcare settings .

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $47 - $52 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical nursing education, mentoring, and student assessment while fostering a supportive learning environment. Holds a Master's degree in Nursing and a current RN license in Colorado, with a strong background in clinical practice and teaching.

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Current RN LicenseMaster's Degree in NursingClinical Nursing ExperienceTeaching ExperienceMentoring Skills

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Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationJudgmentConfidence Building

Industry Keywords

Clinical EducationStudent-Centered LearningNursing PracticeFeedback and EvaluationPrecepting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guide nursing students through hands-on clinical experiences in local healthcare settings
Connect real-world nursing practice to students' coursework
Coach and mentor students as they develop clinical skills, judgment, communication, and confidence
Observe student performance and provide feedback and evaluation
Identify opportunities for additional support and help students develop through coaching and remediation
Collaborate with Joyce faculty and staff to support a consistent, student-centered learning experience
Stay current in nursing practice and bring current clinical knowledge into teaching
Participate in select university activities, including faculty meetings, pinning ceremonies, and graduation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current, unencumbered RN license in the State of Colorado
Master's degree in Nursing
2–3 years of clinical nursing experience
Previous teaching, precepting, mentoring, or clinical education experience preferred
Nurses with experience as preceptors, mentors, charge nurses, clinical leaders, or informal guides are encouraged to apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful part-time work with typically 1–2 clinical shifts per week during the academic term
Supportive and collaborative academic community
Professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement or tuition reduction toward an MSN or DNP
Ability to continue nursing career while teaching