Nursing Clinical Instructor

The position supports the integration of theory into practice by guiding students in safe, evidence-based nursing procedures, clinical reasoning, patient safety principles, and professional conduct aligned with national nursing standards and university academic policies.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Teaching and Clinical Instruction

• Facilitate practical teaching sessions in the Nursing Skills Laboratory.
• Demonstrate nursing procedures using standardized clinical protocols.
• Supervise students during skills practice and simulation exercises.
• Guide students in developing psychomotor, cognitive, and communication competencies.
• Integrate classroom theory with clinical practice expectations.
• Provide individualized coaching and remediation for students requiring additional support.
• Promote patient-centered care principles and professional nursing ethics.

Simulation and Skills Laboratory Management

• Prepare laboratory environments for scheduled teaching sessions.
• Ensure availability and proper functioning of mannequins, simulation equipment, and teaching aids.
• Coordinate simulation scenarios aligned with course learning outcomes.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards within the lab.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and inventory control of equipment and consumables.
• Participate in procurement planning for laboratory supplies and equipment.

Student Supervision and Assessment

• Assess students’ clinical competencies using approved evaluation tools.
• Conduct Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).
• Provide timely formative and summative feedback.
• Maintain accurate student performance records.
• Identify students at risk academically or clinically and initiate support interventions.
• Participate in grading and moderation processes.

Curriculum Implementation and Development

• Contribute to development and review of clinical skills curricula.
• Align laboratory instruction with regulatory requirements and competency frameworks.
• Assist in updating clinical procedures based on current evidence-based practice.
• Support integration of simulation pedagogy and innovative teaching methods.

Clinical Placement Support

• Liaise with clinical sites to ensure alignment between laboratory preparation and clinical expectations.
• Prepare students for clinical placements through pre-clinical orientation.
• Reinforce professional conduct, patient safety, and documentation standards.
• Participate in clinical supervision when assigned.

Research and Scholarship

• Participate in teaching innovation and nursing education research.
• Support evidence-based practice initiatives within the School of Nursing.
• Engage in scholarly activities, conferences, and professional development.
• Contribute to academic publications and presentations where applicable.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with university academic policies, nursing regulatory body standards, and patient safety and ethical guidelines.
• Participate in accreditation processes and academic audits.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Student Mentorship and Professional Development

• Serve as a mentor and professional role model.
• Support development of clinical professionalism and ethical practice.
• Provide academic advising related to clinical competence.
• Promote inter-professional collaboration skills.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory schedules and utilization records.
• Prepare teaching plans, lesson materials, and reports.
• Attend departmental meetings and faculty activities.
• Assist in orientation of new students and faculty.
• Participate in university committees as assigned.

Scope of Work

The Clinical Instructor shall:

• Deliver clinical skills instruction across undergraduate and/or postgraduate nursing programs.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Nursing Skills Laboratory.
• Supervise student practice in simulated and real clinical environments.
• Conduct student competency assessments and examinations.
• Support curriculum delivery and academic quality assurance.
• Ensure safe learning environments consistent with healthcare standards.
• Collaborate with faculty, clinical partners, and regulatory bodies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN or equivalent).
• Registered Nurse with valid practicing license from relevant Nursing Regulatory Council.
• Postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree in Nursing/Education/Clinical Specialty).
• Certification or training in Clinical Instruction or Simulation Education is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years clinical nursing experience.
• Experience in clinical teaching, preceptorship, or student supervision preferred.
• Experience using simulation or skills laboratory equipment desirable.

Required Competencies

• Clinical teaching and facilitation skills.
• Simulation-based education competency.
• Student assessment and feedback skills.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring ability.
• Organizational and laboratory management skills.
• Evidence-based clinical practice knowledge.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional ethics and integrity.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Student clinical competency achievement rates.
• Quality of simulation and skills training delivery.
• Student satisfaction with clinical instruction.
• Compliance with accreditation standards.
• Laboratory operational efficiency.
• Timely assessment and reporting.

Working Conditions

• Teaching within laboratory and clinical environments.
• Exposure to simulated clinical procedures and equipment.
• Flexible scheduling aligned with academic timetables.
• Occasional evening or weekend teaching during assessments or simulations.

Professional Expectations

• Uphold nursing professional standards and ethical conduct.
• Maintain continuous professional development.
• Promote a culture of safety, respect, and academic excellence.
• Represent the university professionally within clinical training environments.