Head of Department : Clinical Coordinator at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) PLUS. Degree/ diploma in General Nursing, Midwifery, Psychiatric and Community Nursing Science that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• A Degree/Diploma in Nursing Education registered with the SANC.
• A Degree/Diploma Health Service Management/Nursing Administration registered with the SANC.
• A minimum of nine (9) years appropriate/recognizable experience after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of five (5) years of the above period must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the Nursing Education as a Lecturer in a recognizable Nursing Education Institution.
• Applicants must submit a fully completed Z83 form and a detailed CV only, all other documents including any proof is submitted by shortlisted candidates. Certificate of service endorsed by Human Resource Department.
• In possession of an unendorsed valid RSA Drivers Licence (Code EB).

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competence Required:

• In depth knowledge of Nursing Education programmes within the College.
• Possess knowledge of the relevant legislation Acts, Prescripts and Policy framework within the area of operation.
• Have excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and presentation skills.
• In depth knowledge of nursing education programmers and curriculum.
• Proficiency in teaching and assessment in nursing education including evaluation approaches.
• Knowledge of policy development, interpretation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Sound conflict and decision making/problem solving skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Good research and analytical skills. Good managerial and interpersonal skills. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate provision of education and training of student nurses. Manage clinical learning exposure of students between college and clinical area.
• Oversee supervision of students.
• Collaboration with other stake holders and build a sound relationship within the department.
• Supervise and Coordinate the clinical supervision of student including teaching, learning and assessment Nursing Education programmes in the Campus. Develop and ensure implementation of quality assurance programmes.
• Collaborate with other internal and external stakeholders and build a sound relationship within the Department.
• Participate in policy development and analysis. Development and review of nursing curricula for all categories of training.
• Implements the new nursing programs in line with SANC and CHE regulations.
• Participate in the provisioning of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities at the Campus.
• Participate in all governance structures of the College. Support the mission and promote the image of the College.
• Exercise control over students. Implement employee management and development systems.
• Maintain all clinical records and reports for students and staff.