Nursing Faculty
Nursing Faculty
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 two full-time, nine-month Nursing Faculty in the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing program beginning the Fall 2023 semester (i.e., August 16, 2023).
Nine-month teaching faculty contracts are from August 16th to May 15th; however, pay and benefits are spread over 12 months. The incumbent will have a teaching load of approximately 15 credits per semester, which may 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.
This posting has been designated as open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.
KSA’s/Required Qualifications:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
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 Pediatric and/or Maternal Child Health 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.
TO APPLY: Direct link to full posting and to apply: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/60704
Questions about the on-line application process, feel free to contact Sarah Miller in Human Resources at (540) 857-7283 or samiller@virginiawestern.edu.
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
Deadline to Apply: 06/30/2023 by 11:59 PM EST