Nurse Educator
Job Summary
The Nurse Educator is responsible for assessing, identifying, and implementing nursing training and development programs to ensure high-quality patient care. This role involves conducting staff orientation, clinical supervision, and professional growth initiatives. Additionally, the educator collaborates with nursing leadership to maintain clinical standards and support quality improvement projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct nursing orientation and clinical training
- Provide clinical supervision for junior staff
- Develop and revise nursing curricula
- Collaborate on performance management and quality audits
Required Skills
- SNB Registered Nurse
- 8+ years clinical experience
- Clinical teaching/education experience
- BCLS certification
- Communication and training design skills
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Conducts nursing staff orientation, induction, clinical training, and professional development programs.
- Serves as a resource person for clinical education matters and nursing practice issues.
- Provides direct clinical supervision and guidance for junior staff and caregivers to enhance their learning experiences.
- Maintains core competencies in clinical teaching, structured instruction, and the formative/summative assessment of trainees.
- Reviews and revises educational curricula to meet current hospital needs and participates in the development of e-learning resources.
- Works collaboratively with ward Nursing Clinicians and Nurse Managers to conduct performance management, career coaching, and address patient/family feedback.
- Participates in educational audits, quality improvement projects, and risk management.
Requirements:
- SNB Registered Nurse with at least 8 years of post-registration clinical experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical teaching/professional development in an acute hospital setting.
- Diploma in Nursing with relevant post-basic or advanced certification and a Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Professional Educational Certificate (PGHDE by NUS or ACTA/ALPS).
- Valid Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) provider certificate.
- Ability to perform rotating shift duties (up to 12 hours) and office hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience in designing simple webpages and using graphic design software (e.g., Canva) for training materials.