Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
To support, guide, plan and facilitate the development of clinical competence for all nursing staff members to ensure quality and safe patient care
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
Develop the competence of all nursing staff
Ensure the correct application of nursing procedures and policies
Identify training needs to guide the development of appropriate clinical training interventions
Promote a culture of continuous professional development
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Unit specific certificate or diploma where appropriate (e.g., Emergency Centre / Operating Theatre / Critical Care Unit) will be an advantage
Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing / Health Professions/ Clinical Education on the UAE National Qualifications Framework Level 8 from a recognised health professions education institute will be an advantage
Desired: Current BLS, PALS and ACLS Instructor Certifications
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years general and/or specialised clinical nursing experience
Previous experience working in a multi-cultural environment within a private healthcare clinical education setting and/or experience in a preceptor position will be an advantage
Desired Experience : 1-2 years’ experience as a peer mentor; 1-2 years’ experience as a workplace assessor
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Continuous improvement methodologies
- Facilitation skills
- Assessment skills
- Relevant legislation
- Infection prevention and control
- Computer literacy (MS Office package)
- Nursing processes and procedures
- Clinical risk management