The Clinical Instructor will be responsible for providing clinical education and training to nursing students and newly hired nurses within St Luke's Eldercare. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to ensure that all nursing staff meet the high standards of care expected in Singapore's healthcare system.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Clinical Education & Training:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical training programs for nursing students and new nurses.
- Conduct hands-on training sessions, simulations, and classroom lectures on various nursing topics.
- Supervise and mentor nursing students during their clinical rotations, ensuring they gain practical experience and apply theoretical knowledge effectively.
- Provide guidance and support to newly hired nurses during their orientation period.
2. Curriculum Development:
- Collaborate with educational institutions and healthcare professionals to design and update nursing curricula.
- Ensure that the training programs align with the latest clinical practices, nursing standards, and regulations in Singapore.
3. Clinical Competency Assessment:
- Assess the clinical skills and competencies of nursing students and new nurses.
- Provide constructive feedback and recommend additional training or support as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of student and staff performance, evaluations, and progress.
4. Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all educational activities comply with the healthcare facility's policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to clinical education and patient care.
5. Professional Development:
- Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in nursing education and clinical instruction.
- Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance teaching and clinical skills.
6. Collaboration:
- Work closely with the nursing management team to identify training needs and develop strategies to address them.
- Liaise with external educational partners, such as universities and training institutes, to coordinate clinical placements and educational programs.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing and relevant post-basic advanced certificates. A Master's degree in Nursing or Nursing Education is preferred.
- Licensure: Registered Nurse with a valid Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) license.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a teaching or mentoring role.
- Experience in a variety of clinical settings, including acute care, long-term care, or community health.
- Certifications: Nurse Education (e.g., CNE) or equivalent is preferred. Advanced training certificates (e.g., ACLP) are an advantage.
- Skills:
- Strong clinical knowledge and expertise.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in coaching skills and adult learning principles.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Key Competencies:
- Teaching & Mentorship: Ability to educate and inspire nursing students and new nurses.
- Adaptability: Flexible in adjusting teaching methods to meet the needs of different learners.
- Leadership: Capable of guiding and influencing others to achieve excellence in clinical practice.
- Critical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound clinical judgments.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding of Singapore's multicultural environment and the ability to work effectively within it.
