Clinical Instructor at St. Theresa’s Mission Hospital

Purpose of the Job

To instruct and supervise students in the programmes of the College in the relevant clinical subject area.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities are:

• Professional development activities to improve tutorial skill and continue to grow cultural competence and reflection skills
• Provide direct assistance in the use of equipment, learning objects, and materials needed for student success
• Instruct and supervise students in the programmers of the College in the relevant clinical subject area.
• Recognize the different learning styles and student preferences
• Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students’ diverse cultures, language skills, and experiences
• Engage in the assessment of students and assist with the preparation of clinical case material.
• Utilize a range of appropriate methods of teaching and assessment to demonstrate clinical learning opportunities.
• Provide academic counseling and advice to students.
• Liaise with other tutors and staff in other academic and clinical departments to ensure integrated delivery of all courses when necessary.
• Teaching, mentoring and evaluating students in clinical areas
• Assists section heads with planning and Implementation of section activities
• Preparing annual mentorship Schedules

Knowledge and Skills Required:

The jobholder must possess;

• Diploma in Nursing
• Higher Diploma in Nursing
• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing
• Must have worked in clinical area for a period of three years
• Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages
• Should have strong analytical and be result oriented
• Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice