Nursing Instructor Jobs in West Virginia

INTRODUCTION

The Office of Human Resources at Davis & Elkins College is dedicated to providing professional and courteous assistance to faculty, staff and students in employment and recruiting, benefits administration, payroll administration and employee relations.

contact information

Davis & Elkins College

Office of Human Resources

Liberal Arts Hall 201

100 Campus Drive

Elkins, WV 26241

Phone: 304-637-1346

Fax: 304-637-1425

Email: quinte@dewv.edu

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ABOUT THE JOB

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position within the Division of Nursing, beginning in August 2026. The position is for our new hybrid ASN and hybrid accelerated 3-year BSN programs. The successful candidate will need to be available for students, in person and online, for both evening and weekend hours. Some of the responsibilities include teaching/evaluating nursing skills in the labs, proctoring exams, conducting exam reviews, administrating makeup exams, and other duties as assigned. The faculty will spend about two-thirds of their time on campus, with full days on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. The remaining time will be communicating with students virtually, including evenings. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required

• Licensure as a registered professional nurse in West Virginia
• A minimum of two years’ experience as a registered professional nurse

Recommended

• A graduate degree with a major in Nursing
• A bachelor’s degree with a major in Nursing and enrolled in a graduate degree program
• A bachelor’s degree with a major in Nursing and at least ten years of direct patient care experience in Nursing

MISSION

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, the Nursing Department is committed to provide quality education for students in the nursing program through the use of classroom and/or clinical instruction. The department promotes an environment conducive to student growth and satisfaction, and it further contributes to the college by supporting its institutional mission, philosophy, objectives and educational goals.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing curriculum.
• Participate in the selection of learning experiences for students.
• Promote environment conducive to student growth and satisfaction.
• Participate in advising of assigned students.
• Participate in textbook selection as well as other teaching material.
• Participate in the development of course syllabi.
• Provide classroom and clinical instruction when appropriate.
• Utilize appropriate technology, electronic resources, and learning activities to enhance student learning.
• Evaluate students in the classroom and clinical area.
• Participate in recruitment and retention of students.
• Serve on Division and College Committees.
• Participate in College functions and activities.
• Assume responsibility for continued professional development.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Chair of the Division of Nursing.
• Communicate with students and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Establish effective working relationships with personnel from the community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• A curriculum vitae
• A cover letter addressing how the applicant will fulfill the responsibilities of the position and contribute to advancing the Mission of the College
• Contact information for three academic or professional references
• Official transcripts will be required of finalists.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Official start date: August 10, 2026

Nominations and applications can be submitted to Ms. Donna McCauley at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write “Hybrid Nursing Faculty” in the subject line.

One of the East Coast’s premier mountain colleges, Davis & Elkins offers an unparalleled liberal arts education both inside and outside of the classroom. Inside the classroom, supportive faculty challenge students to follow their curiosity and grow intellectually, preparing them not only for today’s workplace, but for tomorrow’s opportunities. Outside the classroom, students and faculty can take full advantage of the wild and wonderful West Virginia landscape—hiking trails in our 300-acre forest; exploring the geological formations in Canaan Valley; whitewater rafting through the New River Gorge.

Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia. Davis & Elkins College is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.