Instructor - ADN Program

Instructor of Nursing

Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN)

New River Community and Technical College
Full-Time | 12-Month Faculty Appointment

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of nurses? Do you believe in hands-on learning, mentorship, and preparing students for real-world patient care?

New River Community and Technical College is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Registered Nurse Educator to join our associate degree Nursing (ADN) Program. This is more than a teaching position — it is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on students, healthcare partners, and communities across West Virginia.

Why This Role Matters

Our nursing faculty are at the heart of student success. You will guide students through classroom instruction, clinical experiences, skills labs, and high-fidelity simulation — helping them build the knowledge, confidence, and professional behaviors required to deliver safe, compassionate care.

You won’t just teach nursing — you’ll model it.

What You’ll Do

Inspire & Educate

Deliver engaging instruction in classroom, clinical, skills lab, and simulation settings

Facilitate meaningful pre- and post-clinical conferences

Use innovative teaching strategies and instructional technology to enhance learning

Create organized, outcome-driven lesson plans aligned with course objectives

Mentor & Support Students

Provide timely, constructive feedback that promotes growth

Evaluate student performance and identify opportunities for remediation

Counsel and guide students throughout their academic journey

Maintain a positive, professional, and inclusive learning environment

Collaborate & Lead

Work closely with fellow nursing faculty and the Director of the ADN Program

Participate in curriculum development and student learning outcomes assessment

Serve as a liaison to healthcare partners and professional organizations

Contribute to admissions, advisory meetings, and program initiatives

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a nurse educator who is:

Passionate about teaching and mentoring

Committed to student success

Organized and adaptable

Comfortable in clinical, classroom, and simulation environments

Dedicated to maintaining professional standards and safety

Required Qualifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia

Minimum three (3) years of acute care clinical experience

Two (2) or more years of teaching or equivalent experience

Experience teaching nursing theory and/or clinical skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Nursing Education (MNEd)

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) with enrollment in a graduate nursing program within one year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Community college teaching experience

Concept-based curriculum experience

Simulation and advanced instructional technology experience

Online or web-based course development experience

Curriculum design and assessment experience

Why Join New River CTC?

At New River Community and Technical College, you’ll join a collaborative faculty team dedicated to excellence in nursing education. We value innovation, professional development, and community engagement. Our graduates serve throughout West Virginia and beyond — and you’ll play a direct role in their success.

If you are ready to bring your clinical expertise and passion for education into a meaningful academic role, we encourage you to apply.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.