Nursing Instructor Jobs in Virginia

Nursing Instructor jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, community college nursing programs, and health system simulation labs, with openings from adjunct clinical faculty through senior program directors. The greatest hiring activity is in Richmond, Northern Virginia, and the Hampton Roads area, where institutions such as Virginia Commonwealth University Health, Inova Health System, and Bon Secours Mercy Health maintain active faculty pipelines. The most sought-after specialties include simulation education, critical care instruction, and community health nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerVirginia Community College System
Top cityVirginia
Cities hiring10
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Chamberlain University
Mental Health Clinical Nursing Instructor (PT)
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Mental Health Clinical Nursing Instructor (PT)
Chamberlain University
Arlington, Virginia
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
Hybrid
Doctoral degree
1,001-5,000

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Grand Canyon Education
Nursing Faculty - Clinical Lab Instructor
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Grand Canyon Education
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Nursing Faculty - Clinical Lab Instructor
Grand Canyon Education
Norfolk, Virginia
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
Master's degree in nursing
1,001-5,000

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Eastern Shore Community College
Nursing Clinical Instructor
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Eastern Shore Community College
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Nursing Clinical Instructor
Eastern Shore Community College
Accomack County, VA
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$38 - $45/hr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Virginia Community College System
Nursing Clinical Instructor
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Virginia Community College System
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Nursing Clinical Instructor
Virginia Community College System
Virginia
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$38 - $45/hr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Blue Ridge Community College
Nursing Instructor (part-time)
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Blue Ridge Community College
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Nursing Instructor (part-time)
Blue Ridge Community College
Augusta County, VA
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$40 - $55/hr
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Nursing Instructor Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Arlington
3 jobs
Fairfax
1 job
Norfolk
1 job
Pulaski
1 job
Radford
1 job
Roanoke
1 job
Petersburg
1 job
Franklin City
1 job
Virginia Beach
1 job

Nursing Instructor Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Virginia Community College System
Virginia Community College System5 open roles
Chamberlain University
Chamberlain University3 open roles
Radford University
Radford University2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing instructor jobs across Virginia.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Virginia Board of Nursing
  • Master of Science in Nursing or higher required for most academic faculty positions
  • Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty area
  • Experience with curriculum development, adult learning principles, or accreditation standards
  • Familiarity with learning management systems and clinical simulation technology
  • Certified Nurse Educator credential preferred by Virginia academic employers

Nursing Instructor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing instructor in Virginia?

To become a nursing instructor in Virginia, you need an active registered nurse license through the Virginia Board of Nursing and at minimum a Master of Science in Nursing for college or university faculty roles. Community colleges and hospital-based programs often accept candidates with a bachelor's degree and strong clinical experience while they pursue graduate education. Clinical simulation and continuing education roles can serve as a practical entry point into formal nursing education.

How much do nursing instructors make in Virginia?

Nursing instructors in Virginia earn a median of about $82,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,380 for the lowest 10% to over $118,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursing instructors in Virginia?

Employers hiring nursing instructors in Virginia right now include Virginia Community College System, Chamberlain University, and Radford University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of health systems, community colleges, and public universities means nursing instructor demand appears across a wide range of institutional types throughout the state.

Which Virginia cities have the most nursing instructor jobs?

Virginia, Arlington, and Augusta County have the most nursing instructor openings in Virginia. Richmond anchors demand through Virginia Commonwealth University Health and the Bon Secours Mercy Health network, Northern Virginia draws from proximity to Inova and a dense cluster of community colleges, and Hampton Roads reflects the large hospital systems and nursing programs tied to its military and civilian healthcare workforce.

Are there remote nursing instructor jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're limited. Nursing instruction involves hands-on clinical supervision and lab work that requires an on-site presence for most roles. About 33% of nursing instructor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which tends to reflect theory-only course delivery, online RN-to-BSN program faculty, and continuing education roles rather than full clinical programs.

How can I get hired as a nursing instructor in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a part-time adjunct clinical instructor role at a Virginia community college, where many programs actively seek RNs with recent bedside experience even without prior teaching history. Northern Virginia Community College, Reynolds Community College, and Tidewater Community College regularly hire clinical adjuncts for their nursing programs. Moving from a charge nurse, preceptor, or nurse educator specialist role into formal instruction is a common and recognized transition, and completing even a single course in nursing education gives candidates a concrete edge in applications.

Where can I find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to nursing instructor jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from academic institutions, health systems, and community colleges across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.

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