About the position
Job Title: Clinical Facilitator (Nursing Education)
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng Province
Reporting To: Nursing Education Manager / Clinical Training Manager
Role Overview
The Clinical Facilitator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering clinical education and training to nursing staff, ensuring high standards of patient care. The role requires a strong background in nursing education and practical clinical experience within a Private Hospital environment. The incumbent will bridge theory and practice, promoting evidence-based nursing care and continuous professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Education & Training
- Facilitate and deliver structured clinical training programmes to nursing staff in line with organisational and regulatory requirements
- Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing education programmes and learning materials
- Conduct orientation and induction programmes for newly appointed nursing staff
- Ensure compliance with hospital clinical standards, protocols, and policies
Competency Development
- Assess clinical competencies of nursing staff and provide feedback and developmental support
- Identify training needs through skills audits, performance reviews, and incident analysis
- Support ongoing professional development and mentoring of nurses
Clinical Support
- Provide hands-on clinical guidance in the ward environment
- Promote best practices, evidence-based care, and patient safety standards
- Assist with implementation of quality improvement initiatives
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all training aligns with SANC regulations and hospital standards
- Maintain accurate training records and competency documentation
- Support accreditation and audit processes
Collaboration
- Work closely with Unit Managers, HR, and Education Departments
- Facilitate interdisciplinary learning where required
- Participate in meetings related to clinical education and quality improvement
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing (General, Community, Psychiatry)
- Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Education (essential)
- Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years' clinical nursing experience
- Proven experience in nursing education, training, or facilitation
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices and healthcare regulations
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills
- Ability to design and deliver effective training programmes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Competency in clinical assessment and evaluation
- Good organisational and administrative abilities
Key Competencies
- Patient-centered care
- Leadership and influence
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Attention to detail and quality orientation
- Adaptability and continuous learning mindset
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in private healthcare sector
- Familiarity with private hospital systems and processes
- Passion for teaching and professional development
Working Conditions
- Clinical environment (hospital setting)
- May require flexibility in working hours to accommodate training schedules
Desired Skills:
- Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices and healthcare regulations
- Excellent facilitation
- coaching
- and mentoring skills
- Ability to design and deliver effective training programmes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Competency in clinical assessment and evaluation
- Good organisational and administrative abilities
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years Medical Assistance & Support
Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:
- Degree
- South African Nursing Council
