Clinical Educator American Hospital Dubai

American Hospital Dubai is actively recruiting suitably qualified candidate for the job position of a Clinical Educator (Outpatient & Inpatient). This job was posted by hospital’s career page on 19 November 2023 and is open for applications.

Purpose of A Clinical Educator

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates learning and development programs for assigned unit/ Department  in collaboration with the area Manager.
• To ensure the competence and ongoing development of staff to support the American Hospital Dubai, mission and goals, and to meet Joint Commission International Accreditation Standards.
• Optimize clinical competence of staff utilizing bedside teaching and acts as resource to other units/ Departments as required.

Job Duties of A Clinical Educator

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing unit orientation, learning and development programs consistent with hospital’s mission and goals.
• Acts as mentor and clinical resource at the unit level.
• Conducts formal and informal teaching sessions at unit level.
• Develops and implements competency based assessment programs.
• Manages and maintains a computerized data base for staff competency development plans and education attendance.
• Provides regular updates to department Director.
• Provides an educational resource service within assigned area/s and additional units as required.
• Maintains clinical and professional competency based on the latest research and established standards of practice.
• Demonstrates organizational skills (time management).
• 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.
• Conduct needs assessments using a variety of strategies.
• Involve learners in assessment of needs and identification of outcomes.
• Select appropriate teaching strategies to facilitate behavioral change.

Qualification

• Minimum three year Diploma in Nursing (duration not less than three years).
• Bachelor Degree Nursing preferred.
• Post Graduate qualification in relevant specialty area desired.

Experience

• Five (5) years current experience in specific area of practice Critical care units and Outpatient Clinics.
• Two (2) years clinical teaching experience in clinical environment.
• Recent experience in a JCI accredited acute care medical facility desired.

Licensing & Certification

• Current license to practice nursing in country of origin and with the DHA.
• BLS/ACLS Certifications.

Job Identification

• 1818

Clinical Educator, American Hospital Dubai UAE