Nurse Lecturer at Karen Hospital

Reporting to the Principal of the College, the Nurse Lecturer will be responsible in the delivery of nursing courses and will have a specific focus on the delivery of nursing training curriculum as outlined by NCK, TVET and TKHMTC.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teach and examine students in the areas of subjects taught in classroom and clinical areas so as to evaluate student performance on areas taught;
2. Prepare a scheme of work and lesson plans to be followed for the duration of the course and submit a copy to the Deputy Principal before the course begins;
3. Support in planning and conduct of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCEs);
4. Maintain and develop areas of expertise including participation in clinical activity under the general guidance of the academic officer and clinical coordinator;
5. Ensure the major Nursing Council /TVET-CDACC assessments for students within the clinical placements are done and the records well kept;
6. Evaluate students during their attachment program;
7. In collaboration with the Principal, develop and review curriculum for nurse training programs; and
8. Support in the selection, admission and orientation of new students to the school.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Higher Diploma in Nursing or Bachelors of Science in Nursing.
2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience of classroom and clinical teaching experience at an institution of higher learning.
3. CBET certification.

DESIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

1. Ability to teach using a variety of methods to effectively engage students in learning.
2. Advanced computer skills and understanding of its use in a college setting.
3. Able to counsel and mentor students and staff.
4. Able to lead a large group of students.
5. Able to manage a complex workload using prioritisation skills.