Nursing Faculty (Full-Time, 9-Month)

About the role

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the miracle 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.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in a variety of nursing courses, including didactic, clinical, lab, and simulation instruction.
• Teach a concept-based curriculum to prepare students for roles as contributing members of the health team and beginning practitioners of nursing.
• Engage in scholarly activities and professional development, including teaching pedagogy, institutional responsibility, and community service.
• Facilitate teaching demonstrations as part of the interview process.
• Participate in operations and support functions as required.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or current enrollment in an MSN program.
• Current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse (or eligibility to obtain immediate licensure), without any disciplinary action that currently restricts practice.
• 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 online instruction.
• Ability to teach students effectively and create lesson plans.
• Passion for the field of Nursing and for teaching.
• Use of creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students.
• Ability to teach a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or current enrollment in an MSN program.
• Current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse (or eligibility to obtain immediate licensure).
• 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 online instruction.
• Ability to teach students effectively and create lesson plans.
• Passion for the field of Nursing and for teaching.
• Use of creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students.
• Ability to teach a diverse student population.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to teach a variety of nursing concepts.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures.
• Ability to use technology for teaching and learning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Generous holiday time.
• Competitive health benefits coverage (including dental and vision).
• Disability coverage.
• Retirement with the Virginia Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education.
• Deferred compensation investment opportunities.
• Access to the college’s Recreation Center.

Pay

$61,860 - $84,265

Schedule

This position includes instruction focusing on client care across the lifespan in a variety of settings. The schedule enables a healthy work-life balance by being off during the summers, and having time off during each semester break and around the holidays.