Clinical Facilitator

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