A nursing career is a rewarding path that offers many benefits and opportunities. In recent years, there has been a rise in men deciding that a nursing career is the right fit for them. Historically, nursing has been a predominantly female-dominated profession, but with the increasing number of male nurses, this trend is beginning to … Read more
National Administrative Professionals’ Day, also known as Secretary Day or Admin Day, is celebrated every year on the Wednesday of the last full week in April. This year, it falls on April 23, 2025. This day recognizes and thanks administrative assistants, secretaries, and other office professionals for their invaluable contributions to the workplace. In this … Read more
Welcome to this week’s vlog from WVJC Online’s Pharmacy Technician Program! In this vlog, Pharmacy Technician Program Director Jamie McGuire takes center stage to guide students through one of the most critical aspects of pharmacy safety: the proper technique for uncapping and recapping a needle without risking accidental needlestick injuries. Safety is Essential! As future … Read more
Recently, West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) has started assisting others around West Virginia in continuing education training for nurses so others can access the same high-quality education as our Nursing programs provide. WVJC’s Director of Simulation Education in Nursing, Brian Harris, heads this training. Brian also oversees WVJC’s Mobile Nursing Lab fleet, where students in … Read more
West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) is delighted to announce that Dr. Aaron Settle has been selected as our “Educator of the Year!” This prestigious award honors a team member who demonstrates a significant commitment to student success and makes a meaningful impact on their academic journey. Dr. Settle’s dedication, expertise, and passion for teaching have … Read more
April 7th, 2025, was World Health Day! Each year, World Health Day is celebrated on the seventh of April. This special day represents the kickoff of a year-long campaign to raise awareness and bring about improvements to a specific sector of the healthcare system. This year’s theme is Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures, which focuses on … Read more
If you’re nearing the end of your Nursing program at West Virginia Junior College (WVJC), congratulations! You’ve made it through countless lectures, clinical rotations, and sleepless study nights. While this is an exciting time, it can also be overwhelming as you prepare for your final exams, the NCLEX-RN* exam, and, ultimately, launching your nursing career. … Read more
Join Us in One of Our Nursing Labs! In this immersive skills lab vlog, our WVJC Morgantown Nursing students get a firsthand look at the delicate process of nasogastric (NG) tube insertion as their instructor demonstrates proper technique. Observing every step, from patient preparation to tube placement and verification, students gain a solid foundation in … Read more
It is no secret that nurses are respected and valuable members of healthcare teams. There are several nationally recognized days throughout the year to honor nurses, including the most recent Certified Nurses Day, which is celebrated annually on March 19th. Nurses are dedicated and passionate individuals who do more than simply care for their patients. … Read more
Heather Myers is an administrative assistant at West Virginia Junior College at our Bridgeport campus. Her journey with WVJC started long before she became a staff member. From being a WVJC graduate to becoming a valued part of our administrative team, Heather’s story is a testament to the supportive and student-focused environment we cultivate at … Read more
