PRN - Practical Nursing Instructor

Job Summary

Instructors are responsible for teaching and supervising students in the classroom and clinical 
settings. The Practical Nursing Instructor is responsible for the delivery of quality, safe practical 
nursing education in the clinical, skills lab, and simulation settings. 
These positions will support the New River CTC Raleigh County Campus, Greenbrier County Campus, and Nicholas County Campus.

Nature of Work

Provide didactic and clinical education to nursing students in the classroom and in a variety of clinical 
healthcare settings as they progress through three semesters of course work. 

Distinguishing Characteristics

Performs other functions as required or assigned.  Also complies with all Policies and Standards.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate ability to relate and work effectively with students, peers and the public.
• Commit to the mission and objectives of the Practical Nursing Program.
• Meet the academic, clinical and physical demands of the program.
• Assist with Practical Nursing Program administrative duties as assigned by the Director of 
the Practical Nursing Program.
• Devote the amount of time needed to become an effective classroom and clinical 
instructor.
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a culturally diverse setting.
• Provide own transportation and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Demonstrate or be willing to acquire typing and computer skills.
• Communicate with the practical nursing program director and other nursing faculty at 
least weekly and as necessary.
• Attend a minimum of five (5) Practical Nursing faculty meetings each academic year.
• Serve as a liaison to community and professional agencies.
• Assist with the maintenance of essential school and student records to be used for student 
and program evaluation and follow-up.
• Direct and supervise student learning in the classroom and clinical areas.
• Evaluate and record student performance.
• Maintain an environment conducive to student learning.
• Assist with other administrative duties as requested by the Director of Practical Nursing.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of New River Community and Technical College and 
the Practical Nursing Program.
• Instructs clinical, skills labs, and simulation courses for the practical nursing program based 
on program schedule/calendar needs.

• Delivers clinical instruction according to the current course content outline and approved 
course syllabi.
• Provides students with opportunities to acquire knowledge and practice skills identified in 
the course learning outcomes using varied and appropriate teaching methods. 
• Prepares for clinical, skills labs, or simulation by selecting appropriate learning experiences 
that are well organized and related to course learning outcomes.
• Provides students with a variety of learning modalities including instructional technology in 
the clinical, skills lab and simulation settings to augment instruction.
• Orients students to the facility. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional and student policies and procedures as 
described in the current Practical Nursing Student Handbook and course syllabi. 
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates respect for students as individuals. 
• Provides positive role modeling by maintaining a professional relationship with students 
and modeling professional behaviors such as accessibility, dress, communication, 
grooming, and regular, timely attendance.
• Maintains control of the class and effectively and appropriately handles disruptions in the 
lab or clinical settings. 
• Maintains open communication with the Lead Cohort/Campus Instructor, the Director of 
the Practical Nursing Program, and the clinical facility staff. 
• Grades assignments using appropriate grading rubrics in a timely manner with constructive 
comments. 
• Provides a safe clinical learning environment by assigning appropriate patient care consistent 
with the student’s academic/experience level, ensuring the student is familiar with 
equipment, following safety protocols of the clinical facility, providing the student with the 
information required to safely care for the assigned patient, and observing the student during 
all medication administration and invasive procedures. 
• Performs other related duties accompanying the position. 

Professional Development

• Compliance training is to be completed routinely and timely and as directed by the Director of 
Practical Nursing.
• Participate in additional professional development opportunities and professional 
organization affiliations.
• Maintain membership in professional nursing organizations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or 
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities 
to perform the essential functions.
Skills/Abilities
• Registered Nurse currently licensed in West Virginia.
• Have experience as a registered professional nurse within 3 years immediately preceding 
employment as a (full or part-time) faculty member.

• Have or be enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program, preferably in nursing, with 
completion within 5-7 years of date of hire as demonstrated by submission of transcripts to 
the program coordinator.
• Have 3 years of experience as a registered professional nurse which should include: 2 years of 
patient side nursing care experience in an acute, intermediate or long-term care clinical 
facility; and 1-year experience in one or more of the following areas: teaching supervision or 
administration: and present evidence of continuing education. 
• Maintains 15 hours of continuing education each year pursuant to the legislative rules of the 
West Virginia State Board of Examiners for LPN.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing *if the faculty member has an associate degree - Must be enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program, preferably in nursing, with completion within 5 to 7 years of date of hire as demonstrated by submission of transcripts to the program coordinator.

Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Master's Degree - Preferred

Experience

In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required, for this position.  An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

Have experience as a registered professional nurse within 3 years immediately preceding employment - Required

Have 3 years of experience as a registered professional nurse which should include: 2 years of patient side nursing care experience in an acute, intermediate or long-term care facility; and 1-year experience in one or more of the following areas: teaching supervision or administration: and present evidence of continuing education - Required

License or Certification

Valid Driver's License - Required

Unencumbered West Virginia Nurse License - Required

Must provide a current acceptable health record, background check, drug screen, tuberculosis screen, titers and/or vaccination records - Required

Expectations

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee’s 
position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

MISSION
New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and 
workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

CORE VALUES
Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values 
influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. New River CTC 
employees will demonstrate these values in our daily work and help instill them in our students.

RESPECT
• Promote a culture of belonging.
• Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all individuals.
• Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-making.
• Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the College.
HONESTY
• Communicate openly and truthfully.
• Take responsibility for one’s actions.
• Provide accurate and transparent reporting of data.
• Make decisions based on ethical principles.
EDUCATION
• Encourage and support a culture of continuous learning.
• Facilitate the sharing of information.
• Offer access to a diverse range of educational resources.
• Encourage curiosity.
• Regularly assess educational programs and supporting services.
• Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled leaders.
COMMUNITY
• Actively engage with the local community.
• Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non-profits. 
• Meet the educational needs and interests of the local community.
• Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and administration.

VISION
New River Community and Technical College will improve students’ lives and will enrich communities 
as an increasingly integral part of the educational and economic landscape of southern West 
Virginia.

Disclaimer

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by 
the position incumbent. Justification for information provided in the job description may be 
requested. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related 
activities assigned by their supervisor.

All requirements are subject to possible modification in order to provide a reasonable 
accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who 
pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other 
employees, or the general public.