Clinical Training Specialist

SUMMARY:
Responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of nursing education programs, including CPD, in-service training, and student clinical placements. Provides coaching, supports clinical competence, ensures compliance with quality standards, and promotes the nursing profession through strategic initiatives and community engagement.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

• Effective Management of CPD and Other Development Programs for Registered Nurses
• Plan, coordinate, and actively contribute to the implementation of nursing competency requirements aligned with the hospital and nursing strategy
• Offer coaching and mentorship to staff to promote and maintain clinical competence
• Management of Risk-Based In-Service Training Programs (Including Quality Aspects)
• Design, coordinate, and oversee risk-based in-service training initiatives
• Contribute to incident investigations and hospital quality improvement projects
• Provide feedback, identify deviations, and implement corrective measures where required
• Address product-related risks and ensure staff competence through targeted training
• Oversight of Internal and Approved External Student Clinical Programs
• Assist in selecting internal and external nursing students
• Ensure proper management of student administration and allocation of learning resources
• Identify relevant clinical learning opportunities and facilitate skills development
• Provide regular feedback to both the Learning Centre and relevant Heads of Department
• Guide and support students with hospital-based research projects
• Support for Clinical Practice Improvement Through Research
• Identify clinical delivery issues and develop action plans for improvement
• Promotion and Marketing of the Nursing Profession
• Engage in initiatives that enhance the professional image of nursing
• Collaborate with students and learning institutions to promote nursing as a career of choice
• Participate in community events with students to promote the hospital and its services

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing
• Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education (essential)
• Current registration with SANC as well as Assessor and Moderator certification
• Strong knowledge of nursing practice legislation and nursing education frameworks