Clinical Instructors: Practical Nursing - Part-time

Clinical Instructors:
Practical Nursing - Part-time

Virginia Western, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time, Clinical Instructors for our Practical Nursing Program in the School of Health Professions. We have an immediate need for clinical instructors with Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday availability or Thursday, Friday availability.

Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis, as openings occur. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until needed positions are filled and/or the closing date of our announcement. Clinical instructors are expected to maintain currency in their discipline and in trends in community college education.

A baccalaureate degree, preferably with a major in nursing; or an associate degree and be actively enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program. A current RN or PN license is required for clinical or lab instruction. Current CPR certification required. A minimum of two years of related occupational experience. The successful candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, up-to-date computer skills to support instructional activities, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.

Master's Degree in Nursing or Health/Management discipline. Previous teaching experience in a Practical Nursing Program, or other nursing program, and experience using instructional technology are desired. Experience teaching in a college setting. Occupational experience in Mental Health, Community, Maternal & Child Care, Long-term care, and/or Medical-Surgical preferred.