Nursing Instructor (9-month)

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational assistance

Retirement benefits (VRS)

Recreation Center access

Job summary

Blue Ridge Community College in Virginia is seeking a full-time Nursing Instructor (9-month) to lead the associate degree nursing program. The role emphasizes clinical and simulation teaching, with didactic and lab components and a focus on safe patient care. Licensure in Virginia is required or eligibility.

The college supports work-life balance with summers off and breaks during semesters. The senior candidate will demonstrate dedication to the community college mission, a passion for nursing

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or ADN with active BSN enrollment and Virginia RN licensure.
• Minimum of two years of direct patient care as an RN.
• Experience with simulation instruction and electronic health record systems.
• Ability to teach students effectively and ensure a safe learning environment.
• Commitment to the community college mission and serving a diverse student population.
• Ability to use creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing courses and conduct clinical and simulation instruction.
• Facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.
• Provide didactic and lab instruction, ensuring safety and quality care.
• Support student learning and assessment across the lifespan.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical instruction

Simulation experience

Creativity

Diversity & inclusion

Tech literacy

Education

BSN degree

ADN + BSN enrollment

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Simulation software

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Nursing Instructor (9-month)

Role Title

Role Title Trainer/Instructor II

Role Code

Role Code 29112-SW

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 4

Position Number

Position Number 29100115

Agency

Agency Blue Ridge Community College

Division

Division Blue Ridge Community College (Div)

Work Location

Work Location Augusta - 015

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $55,000 - $75,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Varies each semester pending student enrollment and clinical and simulation scheduling.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College ( BRCC ) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the power of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission driven workplace. By joining BRCC , you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed to transform themselves, our community, and the world. If you are passionate about education and inspired by meaningful work, BRCC offers a place where your talents and values can thrive. Blue Ridge Community College is seeking a full-time, 9-month Nursing Instructor. The two-year Associate Degree program is designed to prepare students educationally as contributing members of the health care team, rendering direct patient care as beginning practitioners of nursing in various health services facilities. The Associate Degree Nursing Program at BRCC is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing ( ACEN ) and approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing ( VABON ). Blue Ridge Community College’s Nursing Program consistently surpasses NCLEX pass rate benchmarks set by the VABON . This accomplishment reflects the commitment of its dedicated faculty, the strength of its curriculum, and the hard work and perseverance of its students. If you are committed to developing the next generation of nurses with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to care for your community, then BRCC’s nursing program is the place to be! This position offers a schedule to enable a healthy work-life balance by being off during the summers and having time off during each semester’s break and around the holidays. This position includes instruction focusing on client care across the lifespan. BRCC delivers a concept-based curriculum which offers faculty the opportunity to teach a variety of content. This position includes clinical and simulation instruction. Didactic and lab instruction are not a part of this position. Candidates selected for interview will need to facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.

Full-time classified positions come with generous leave and holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (to include dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability), retirement with the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, and access to the college’s Recreation Center.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( BSN ) degree, or an Associate Degree in Nursing ( ADN ) AND active enrollment in a BSN program
• Current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse (or eligibility to obtain immediate licensure), unrestricted and undisciplined
• Minimum of two years of experience in direct patient care as a registered nurse
• Dedication to the community college mission
• Experience using a variety of computer software programs and ability to learn new ones, particularly related to simulation instruction and electronic health record systems
• Ability to teach students effectively and always ensure a safe environment for patients and students
• Passion for the field of Nursing and for teaching
• Ability to use creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students
• Ability to teach a diverse student population

Additional Considerations

Helpful, but not required:

• Recent acute care experience in a hospital setting
• Previous teaching experience in a clinical setting
• Use of instructional technologies

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Yes, related to clinicals.

Posting Number

Posting Number CLS_4701P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/31/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/11/2026

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Agency Website brcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

[e-mail]

Phone Number

Phone Number 540-453-0060

Additional Information

Title IX Coordinator: Beth Styers
1 College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Office #S106G
540-453-2252
[e-mail]

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse, without any disciplinary action that currently restricts practice?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of two years recent experience in direct patient care as a registered nurse?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please select the option that best reflects your Nursing education:
  • I possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
  • I possess an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) AND am actively enrolled in a BSN program.
  • I do not have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, nor do I have an ADN or active enrollment in a BSN program.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• License
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)