MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


To plan and facilitate identified learning and development interventions to ensure competency of all nursing staff.


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

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION


Diploma or Degree in Nursing


DESIRED EDUCATION


Post-graduate Diploma in Nursing Education; Unit Specialty certificate or diploma where appropriate (e.g. Emergency Centre / Operating Theatre / Cricital Care Unit)


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE


2 years’ Clinical experience as a professional nurse


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