Clinical Facilitator - Mediclinic Al Ain Region

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