Clinical Educator - Pediatrics

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing unit orientation, learning and development programs consistent with the hospital's mission and goals.
• Acts as a mentor and clinical resource at the unit level.
• Conducts formal and informal teaching sessions at the unit level.
• Develops and implements competency-based assessment programs.
• Manages and maintains a computerized database for staff competency development plans and education attendance.
• Provides regular updates to the department Manager.
• Provides an educational resource service within assigned area/s and additional units as required.
• Supports hospital policies and serves as a professional role model for staff.
• Works in other areas within the hospital when assigned, within the scope of practice.
• Maintains clinical and professional competency based on the latest research and established standards of practice.
• Completes all Core Competencies for nursing as well as applicable Unit Specific Competencies within prescribed timelines.
• Demonstrates awareness and knowledge of Infection Control, Pain Management and Wound Care practices and standards.
• Reports and documents as directed in the relevant policies and procedures.
• Understands the responsibilities of safe handling, and administration of Narcotic/Controlled Drugs and documentation as directed by policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates support of leadership. Encourages team decisions, and cooperation within and across departments and assists in resolving differences of opinion.
• Participate in hospital-wide and nursing committees.
• Demonstrates understanding and familiarity with Facility Management and Safety Plans.
• Actively participates in hospital/department quality improvement initiatives.
• Attends the monthly Nurse Management Team meeting and monthly Education meeting.
• Maintains annual education requirements and participates in ongoing education activities.
• Assists with departmental competency planning/review.
• Performs additional duties when required within the scope of practice.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (minimum of three (3) years full-time course duration) or Degree in Nursing (minimum two (2) years course duration) and Registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia
• For UAE nationals graduates of UAE or non-UAE universities are exempted from the experience and clinical training requirements for the applied title. (UAE nationals must submit a copy of their birth certificate and the mother's family book)
• Non-UAE national graduates from UAE universities are required to successfully complete six (6) months of clinical training post-graduation in an APS health facility (except for Registered and assistant Nurse titles)
• Must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
• Must hold a minimum of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or others according to the scope of practice

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in a specific area of practice
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical teaching experience in a clinical environment
• Knowledge of Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) acute care medical facility
• Skills in organizational skills (time management) - managing tasks, meeting deadlines, and maintaining productivity
• Ability to impart knowledge in critical thinking to new employees and colleagues