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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$76,400.00 - $105,050.00/Annual Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Overview
The Nursing Clinical/Lab Instructor II is responsible for clinical and laboratory supervision and the evaluation of students for the delivery of clinical and laboratory education courses. As a full-time member of the faculty, the Clinical/Lab Instructor is responsible for designing, implementing, teaching, evaluating, and revising the program's curriculum and related educational materials as assigned for the delivery of both residential and distance education courses. The instructor assists in the development and evaluation of student admission, progression, retention, graduation and related program and college policies. Accountable for student outcomes, the instructor acts as a resource for students, providing support, remediation, academic advisement and counseling, and referral as needed. The instructor actively engages in scholarly pursuits to enhance metaprofessional skills and support learning in the areas of educational theory, instructional design and delivery, assessment, and systematic evaluation relative to both clinical and laboratory education methods. Each member of the faculty shall maintain professional competence in their specific discipline through such activities as practice, continuing education programs, conferences, workshops, seminars, academic courses, research projects, and professional writing. The instructor participates in community and institutional service activities which contribute to the mission of RH and RCHS. The instructor performs other duties as assigned. Essential functions are fundamental job duties, knowledge, skills and abilities that are necessary to perform the position. For all College Instructor and Staff positions, standards are intended to apply to all educational delivery methods residential, blended, and/or distance as feasible.
What you will do
- Completes required orientation and annual instructional scholarly activity & professional development as stipulated by institutional and programmatic accreditation and regulatory agencies.
- Provide clinical, laboratory, and simulation instruction consistent with course and end-of-program student learning outcomes. Demonstrate and teach nursing skills, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors. Assess student learning and provide timely feedback and remediation.
- Supervise and evaluate student performance in clinical and skills-learning environments. Ensure safe nursing practice and compliance with professional, regulatory, and clinical agency standards. Maintain accurate student, clinical, and evaluation records.
- Collaborate with clinical partners, faculty, and staff to support student success.
- Demonstrates activities in the support of learning including instructional design, delivery (both residential and distance delivery methods), assessment, course and student management, and academic advising. Participate in curriculum implementation, program evaluation, and accreditation-related activities.
- Attend faculty meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to program and college initiatives.
- Accountable for program, student, and graduate outcomes for course pass rates.
Qualifications
Education
- Masters Degree, Nursing (Required)
Experience
- 3-4 years clinical experience in nursing (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Required) and
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Registered Nurse (Required)
- Weekend Shifts
- Irregular Shifts
- Work/Float in more than one work location
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Top Industries Hiring
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- 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 Riverside Health, Radford University, and Blue Ridge Community College, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?
Augusta County, Newport News, and Virginia 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 0% of nursing instructor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 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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