"Instructor of Nursing"

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title
Instructor of Nursing

Type of Position
Faculty

Department
College of Nursing

Appointment Length
Aug - May (9 mo)

Tenure Status
3 - Faculty, not tenure eligible

Academic Rank
4 - Instructor

Is this considered a 'term' position?
No

Benefits Eligible?
Yes

Published Salary

F.T.E.
1.00

Grant Funded Position?
No

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Teaches 12 credits per semester, which may include any combination of theory, clinical, skills lab, and simulation lab.
• Develops, teaches, and evaluates assigned courses and remediation.
• Evaluates student performance on exams, course assignments, and in clinical environments, including skills lab and simulation lab.
• Assumes responsibility for serving as a course coordinator, as appropriate.
• Coordinates clinical rotations with clinical agencies and clinical adjuncts. Participates in the development, revision, and evaluation of the ASN and/or BSN programs.
• Participates in ongoing course and curriculum revisions.
• Participates in course and programmatic assessment activities.

Service Responsibilities:

• Provides engaged service at the programmatic, College, University, and community levels.
• Participates in student recruitment and retention activities.
• Advises currently enrolled and prospective students.

Scholarship and Professional Development:

• Maintains appropriate scholarly and professional development activities.
• Provides expertise in the area of medical-surgical nursing leadership.
• Contributes to the continuing innovation and development of programs in the College of Nursing.
• Participates in the assessment, evaluation, and accreditation of the College of Nursing programs and the University.
• Obtains certification as a Nurse Educator ( CNE ) within a specified timeframe, if not already certified.

Leadership and Administrative Responsibilities:

• Participates in, manages, or leads projects within the College of Nursing and University, as requested.
• Performs related duties as necessary and as assigned.

Minimum Required Education
Candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( BSN ) will be considered, provided they are currently enrolled in a Master’s program or commit to completing an MSN within two years of hire.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Possess an unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in West Virginia or a multi-state compact license.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years of recent experience in acute care settings, with expertise in areas such as medical-surgical nursing, ICU, or mental health.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Nursing ( MSN ) is preferred.
• Holds a national certification in a relevant nursing specialty or education.

Requisition Number
2026014FP

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Hire Date
ASAP

Job Open Date
12/10/2025

Job Close Date
01/19/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Quicklink for Posting
https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/9952

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
1. Statement of Philosophy
2. Certification/License
3. Transcript #1
4. Transcript #2
5. Transcript #3