Job Description

Reports to the Nursing Services Manager


Responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning of the theoretical and clinical component in a clinical setting

Integral part of the Critical Care team with the primary focus of bed side teaching through demonstration, job shadowing, role modelling mentoring and guidance at the bedside of all processes

The integration and mitigation of risk management at the bedside will be a primary objective to reduce risk to the group and improve patient outcomes

Provide services for both the in-service and formal clinical training programs through the coordination of learning opportunities, at both the formal and informal level

Support evidence-based practice by encouraging participation in research.

The Clinical Facilitator will play an integral role in the upskilling of staff to use equipment, ethical and consumables safely in accordance safely in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines.

Assess staff competence according to Groups standards and protocols

Plan, prepare, implement, and manage the education and training requirements of new employees and rerouted staff

Design and implement CPD program

Support and facilitate staff and students to reach specific learning objectives


Current registration with SANC as a Registered General Nurse or equivalent qualification.

Postgraduate diploma in Medical/Surgical Nursing: General or equivalent as accredited by SANC

5 years proven work experience in a multi-disciplinary Intensive Care Unit including Cardio Thoracic, Neurosurgery, Vascular, General Surgery and Medical is essential.

Postgraduate diploma in Nursing Education or equivalent as accredited by SANC

Assessorship certified

A working knowledge of Trauma, Midwifery and Paediatrics

Knowledge of scope of practice of all Nursing categories as well as the regulations of the SANC

Previous experience as an educator / facilitator /mentor would be advantageous

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, organisational and problem-solving skills

Commitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects

An established interest in staff development

A critical aptitude with regard to patient quality care

Driver's license / own transport

Excellent MS Office computer skills, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.

* Flexible shifts to accommodate all shifts.