Nursing Faculty

Varies based on academic schedule.

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.

Come teach the next generation of nurses in a student-focused, team-oriented environment! Virginia Western Community College, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for a full-time, nine-month Nursing Faculty in the Associate of Applied Science ( AAS) in Nursing program beginning the Fall 2025 semester (i.e., August 16, 2025).

Nine-month teaching faculty contracts are from August 16th to May 15th (Fall and Spring semesters); however, pay and benefits are spread over 12 months. The incumbent will have a teaching load of approximately 15 credits per semester, which will include on-campus, in-person classroom instruction and may also include distance-learning courses, on-campus labs, and off-campus clinical experiences during the day and evening, on weekdays and weekends. Instruction may be provided in a classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical setting.

In addition to teaching, all faculty members advise students, serve on college committees, and participate in other activities that support the mission of the college. Such activities may include, but are not limited to: accreditation activities, institutional effectiveness activities, club sponsorship, student recruitment, course and program evaluation, community service, and mentoring new and part-time faculty. Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their teaching disciplines and in trends in community college education.

Candidates selected for an interview will conduct a 15-minute teaching session on a preselected topic. Additional details will be provided when interviews are scheduled.

This posting has been designated as open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Nursing; current Virginia licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN); a minimum of 2 years direct nursing care experience in the clinical area; ability to utilize current classroom technology and experience using Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Outlook). Must have the ability to provide student instruction in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate, immunization records and medical clearance for patient care.

Doctorate in Nursing or Doctorate in Education in addition to a MSN. Educational background specifically in Nursing Education. Certified Nurse Educator ( CNE or CNE-cl or CNEn). Student-focused with experience teaching Nursing students; demonstrated familiarity with academic advising, student success, and retention efforts in the educational setting. Clinical experience in Pediatrics and/or Obstetrics is desired. Experience using classroom technology (Canvas, Panopto, PowerPoint, etc.) is preferred. Experience providing student instruction in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Current nursing experience with nursing program clinical partners.

Travel would be limited in this position. State vehicles are available for most business-related travel.

Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter, transcripts of all college coursework completed, and a copy of current RN license. Unofficial transcripts may be provided as part of the application process. However, official transcripts are required of the selected candidate. The application will not be accepted without this required documentation.

Applicants who have degrees earned from educational institutions located outside of the United States are required to have their transcripts evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service prior to applying for faculty positions. If the transcripts are in a foreign language, applicants also need to have their transcripts translated prior to applying for job opportunities at Virginia Western.

Applicants who have foreign transcripts may submit a copy of their transcript attached to the original transcript evaluation. Applicants are responsible for the costs associated with translation/evaluation services.

Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm ( EST) on the closing date.

For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: https://jobs.vccs.edu/ Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 540-857-7283.

Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY: "711" or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.

A drug test and additional healthcare checks are required of selected applicants.

Requirements of our clinical partners are considered an essential function of this position and the selected applicant must comply with clinical partner expectations.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.