What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Nursing position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Instructor of Nursing
Role Title
9 month-Instructor
Role Code
01013-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
294F0088
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Agency/Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$52,905 to commensurate with experience and qualifications
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
7:45a to 4:30p, Monday – Friday.Schedule may vary depending on class schedule. Some evenings and weekends will be required.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking a candidate to fill a faculty role for the Registered Nursing Program. The assigned location for this position will be at the Southern Gap campus in Grundy VA. The position reports directly to the Dean of Health Technologies and indirectly to the Vice President of Academic and Student Services at Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC). This is a full-time, nine-month teaching position. Reappointment will be based on performance evaluations and institutional needs. The primary responsibility of a member of the teaching faculty in the Virginia Community College System shall be to provide quality instruction for the students. At Southwest, the major emphasis shall be on excellent teaching by working with students in classrooms and/or laboratories, through individual conferences, various distance education media, and related activities. Our goal is to help students develop their own interests and abilities to the fullest capacity in order to become better employees and better citizens. Applicants should possess expertise in their field and a desire to work in a collaborative, learning-centered environment focused on equity, student learning, and success. Other duties shared by teaching faculty include participation in reaccreditation efforts, student advising, student activities, sponsorship of student organizations, supervision of work-study students, college service activities, professional development activities, and community service. The Nursing Program is approved by the Virginia State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326 Website:
JOB RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDE:
- Teaching Fundamentals, Medical/Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics, Psychiatric, Geriatric, Maternal and Pediatric Nursing in the classroom and clinical environments;
- Advising students on curriculum and career goals;
- Working with other nursing faculty members to develop and evaluate curriculum/courses as required;
- Establishing and assessing student learning outcomes and participate in institutional effectiveness initiatives to include assessment and program reviews;
- Integrating concept-based nursing education principles;
- Teaching courses via distance learning media;
- Maintaining ten office hours per week;
- Serving on college/program committees;
- Participating in college, community and professional activities;
- Pursuing professional growth and development activities in his/her discipline(s);
- Performing other such duties as may be deemed appropriate;
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with students, faculty and staff and other stakeholders important to the college.
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
- Current unrestricted or multistate license to practice as a registered nurse in Virginia is required;
- Master’s degree in Nursing required;
- Proficient with computer technology including use of a PC and relevant software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Student Information Systems (SIS) and Learning Management Systems (Canvas), etc.;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty and staff, and other stakeholders important to the College is required;
- An acceptable background check for successful candidate is also required;
- Two years recent, related nursing experience required;
- Candidates must be proficient in oral and written communication in the English language
Additional Considerations
- Successful teaching experience at the community college level
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel is required with this position.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_2000P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
07/01/2026
Job Close Date
07/15/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
hr@sw.edu
Phone Number
276.964.7339
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
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
VCCS uses 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.
Salary : $52,905