West Virginia Office of Nursing Education and Workforce Development

05/06/2026

Thank you Governor Patrick Morrisey for recognizing National Nurses Week and honoring nurses across West Virginia with an official proclamation.

Nurses make a difference every day through patient care, advocacy, education, leadership, and service to our communities. WVNA is proud to celebrate the nurses who strengthen healthcare across our state.

🎉Happy Nurses Week from the West Virginia Nurses Association.
❤️

05/01/2026

04/29/2026

04/21/2026

🩺 Calling All Future Nurses! 🩺

Are you a high school student interested in a career in nursing? Don’t miss the Nursing Academy, a 3+ day hands-on experience happening July 21–24 at Camden Clark Medical Center!

✨ What you’ll experience:
• Behind-the-scenes hospital tours
• Hands-on training in vital signs, infection control, and CPR/First Aid
• One-on-one mentoring with healthcare professionals
• Career planning and guidance
• Presentations from colleges and universities with nursing programs

This immersive program gives you a real look at what it’s like to work as a nurse and helps you take the next step toward your future in healthcare.

📌 Who can apply?
• WV high school students in grades 10–12
• Students from Calhoun, Doddridge, Pleasants, Ritchie, Tyler, and Wirt counties are especially encouraged!
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required

📝 How to apply:
Complete the application here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8MFCDZJ

(Include a 300-word essay about your interest in nursing and how this Academy will support your goals.)

Questions?
Contact Amanda Fisher, Executive Director
[email protected]
304-685-0152

Take the first step toward your nursing career—apply today! 💙

04/17/2026

Future nurses, this is your sign 👀🩺

Don’t let the weekend slip by without checking one big thing off your list—your WV Nursing Scholarship Program application! 💻✨

A few minutes now could mean major support for your nursing journey (and your future self will thank you 🙌). Whether you’re relaxing, catching up on schoolwork, or sipping your morning coffee—take a little time to get it DONE.

⏰ Deadline: June 1st — plenty of time, but don’t procrastinate!
📍 Apply at CFWV.com

You’ve got this 💙

04/17/2026

04/15/2026

From flying in emergency helicopters to helping someone stay in recovery to being the reason a nursing home patient smiles, there’s a whole lot of heart-forward work awaiting you as we wrap up our final season.

🎧 Find Appalachian Care Chronicles on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts.

https://open.spotify.com/show/2LUO6pZGY6PFKCaI3gbbRZ

04/15/2026

📣 Calling all future West Virginia nurses! The WV Nursing Scholarship is officially open for applications! 🌟 Visit cfwv.com and sign in with your WVSAM account to get started. You've got until June 1st — so take that first step toward your nursing career today! 🩺💪

04/10/2026

🚨 Deadline Approaching - April 17
🎓WVU Medicine Camden Clark is investing in the future of healthcare in the Mid-Ohio Valley by offering up to $17,000 in scholarships for 2026 to students pursuing careers in nursing and other healthcare fields. Funded through the Camden Clark Foundation and Camden Clark Hospital Auxiliary, the scholarships are designed to support students and nurses who are building their futures—and careers—right here in our region.

Available opportunities include:
🎓Leo D. Carsner Memorial Scholarships – up to four awards of $3,000 for students pursuing healthcare degrees
🎓Nursing Alumnae Scholarships – up to two awards of $2,500 for nursing students or RNs continuing their education

📅 Application Deadline: April 17, 2026

These scholarships help reduce financial barriers and support the next generation of healthcare professionals serving our communities.

For more information, please contact Kim Couch at (304) 424-2200 or [email protected]. Apply today 👉 https://wvumedicine.org/locations/camden-clark/about/education/

04/09/2026

⏰ Nursing students, you have until 7 p.m. ET tonight, April 9, 2026, to submit your application for this year’s Scholarship Program. You won’t want to miss your chance to receive support with school costs.
Apply now: https://ow.ly/57Tt50YvmNS

04/09/2026

Reminder: Senior Nursing Academy Applications 🏥🩺

Application deadline: April 11 ⏰

Applications for the Senior Nursing Academy at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals are being accepted.

This program is designed for students who have completed the Junior Nursing Academy (or a similar program) and have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Seniors will gain hands-on nursing experience, connect with healthcare professionals, and explore the path to a nursing career.

Session Dates (attend one session only):
July 7–10
July 14–17
July 28–31

➡️ Apply here: https://bit.ly/4bkW2vD

Please note: Applications for the Junior Nursing Academy are closed due to the high volume of applicants.

Take advantage of this opportunity to advance your nursing experience and prepare for a future in healthcare! 🌟