Post Basic Clinical Instructor

About the Role

This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth in clinical nursing education. As a Post Basic Clinical Instructor at Mater Misericordiae Hospital, you will play a key role in developing the next generation of nursing professionals through comprehensive clinical education and mentorship.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical presentations to assist learners in developing critical thinking skills
• Prepare and implement orientation programs for new learners to ensure smooth transition into the clinical setting
• Monitor learners during clinical placements both within and outside the hospital
• Plan and conduct theoretical assessments of learners
• Regularly assess practical books to evaluate learners' proficiency in conducting clinical procedures
• Produce and distribute course learning objectives and learner schedules to clinical placement sites
• Design master rotations, assessment schedules, and other teaching and learning tools
• Communicate with the academic team and clinical nursing department to address concerns and support learner development
• Collaborate with colleagues to revise and evaluate course content
• Discuss concerns and learning-related challenges with learners to support their development
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the department and hospital, providing reports as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• KRN/M, KRCHN, or BScN
• Higher National Diploma in Critical Care or Nephrology Nursing (mandatory)
• Minimum 2 years of active teaching experience in both classroom and clinical settings
• Valid Nursing Council of Kenya practice license
• Valid BLS/ACLS certificate

Required Skills and Competencies

• Competence in clinical skills relevant to teaching areas
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrable training and instructional skills