{"id":102874,"date":"2026-07-21T08:15:54","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T08:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/nursing-clinical-instructor\/"},"modified":"2026-07-21T08:15:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T08:15:54","slug":"nursing-clinical-instructor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/nursing-clinical-instructor\/","title":{"rendered":"Nursing Clinical Instructor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Nursing Clinical Instructor\", \"description\": \"Position Summary\\nThe Clinical Instructor is responsible for facilitating clinical skills training, simulation-based education, and competency development for nursing students within the university skills laboratory and affiliated clinical practice settings.\\nThe position supports the integration of theory into practice by guiding students in safe, evidence-based nursing procedures, clinical reasoning, patient safety principles, and professional conduct aligned with national nursing standards and university academic policies.\\nKey Roles and Responsibilities\\nTeaching and Clinical Instruction\\nFacilitate practical teaching sessions in the Nursing Skills Laboratory.\\nDemonstrate nursing procedures using standardized clinical protocols.\\nSupervise students during skills practice and simulation exercises.\\nGuide students in developing psychomotor, cognitive, and communication competencies.\\nIntegrate classroom theory with clinical practice expectations.\\nProvide individualized coaching and remediation for students requiring additional support.\\nPromote patient-centered care principles and professional nursing ethics.\\nSimulation and Skills Laboratory Management\\n\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\\nPrepare laboratory environments for scheduled teaching sessions.\\nEnsure availability and proper 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shall:\\nDeliver clinical skills instruction across undergraduate and\/or postgraduate nursing programs.\\nManage day-to-day operations of the Nursing Skills Laboratory.\\nSupervise student practice in simulated and real clinical environments.\\nConduct student competency assessments and examinations.\\nSupport curriculum delivery and academic quality assurance.\\nEnsure safe learning environments consistent with healthcare standards.\\nCollaborate with faculty, clinical partners, and regulatory bodies.\\nMinimum Qualifications\\nBachelor of Science in Nursing BScN or equivalent.\\nRegistered Nurse with valid practicing license from relevant Nursing Regulatory Council.\\nPostgraduate qualification Master\u2019s degree in Nursing\/Education\/Clinical Specialty\\nCertification or training in Clinical Instruction or Simulation Education is an added advantage.\\nExperience\\nMinimum 3 years clinical nursing experience.\\nExperience in clinical teaching, preceptorship, or student supervision preferred.\\nExperience using simulation or skills laboratory equipment desirable.\\nRe\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-20\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"United States International University - USIU Africa\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-28T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> United States International University &#8211; USIU Africa<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-28<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Position Summary<br \/>The Clinical Instructor is responsible for facilitating clinical skills training, simulation-based education, and competency development for nursing students within the university skills laboratory and affiliated clinical practice settings.<br \/>The position supports the integration of theory into practice by guiding students in safe, evidence-based nursing procedures, clinical reasoning, patient safety principles, and professional conduct aligned with national nursing standards and university academic policies.<br \/>Key Roles and Responsibilities<br \/>Teaching and Clinical Instruction<br \/>Facilitate practical teaching sessions in the Nursing Skills Laboratory.<br \/>Demonstrate nursing procedures using standardized clinical protocols.<br \/>Supervise students during skills practice and simulation exercises.<br \/>Guide students in developing psychomotor, cognitive, and communication competencies.<br \/>Integrate classroom theory with clinical practice expectations.<br \/>Provide individualized coaching and remediation for students requiring additional support.<br \/>Promote patient-centered care principles and professional nursing ethics.<br \/>Simulation and Skills Laboratory Management<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Prepare laboratory environments for scheduled teaching sessions.<br \/>Ensure availability and proper functioning of mannequins, simulation equipment, and teaching aids.<br \/>Coordinate simulation scenarios aligned with course learning outcomes.<br \/>Maintain infection prevention and control standards within the lab.<br \/>Ensure safe handling, storage, and inventory control of equipment and consumables.<br \/>Participate in procurement planning for laboratory supplies and equipment.<br \/>Student Supervision and Assessment<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Assess students\u2019 clinical competencies using approved evaluation tools.<br \/>Conduct Objective Structured Clinical Examinations OSCEs.<br \/>Provide timely formative and summative feedback.<br \/>Maintain accurate student performance records.<br \/>Identify students at risk academically or clinically and initiate support interventions.<br \/>Participate in grading and moderation processes.<br \/>Curriculum Implementation and Development<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Contribute to development and review of clinical skills curricula.<br \/>Align laboratory instruction with regulatory requirements and competency frameworks.<br \/>Assist in updating clinical procedures based on current evidence-based practice.<br \/>Support integration of simulation pedagogy and innovative teaching methods.<br \/>Clinical Placement Support<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Liaise with clinical sites to ensure alignment between laboratory preparation and clinical expectations.<br \/>Prepare students for clinical placements through pre-clinical orientation.<br \/>Reinforce professional conduct, patient safety, and documentation standards.<br \/>Participate in clinical supervision when assigned.<br \/>Research and Scholarship<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Participate in teaching innovation and nursing education research.<br \/>Support evidence-based practice initiatives within the School of Nursing.<br \/>Engage in scholarly activities, conferences, and professional development.<br \/>Contribute to academic publications and presentations where applicable.<br \/>Quality Assurance and Compliance<br \/>\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<br \/>Ensure compliance with:<br \/>University academic policies<br \/>Nursing regulatory body standards<br \/>Patient safety and ethical guidelines<br \/>Participate in accreditation processes and academic audits.<br \/>Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.<br \/>Student Mentorship and Professional Development<br \/>Serve as a mentor and professional role model.<br \/>Support development of clinical professionalism and ethical practice.<br \/>Provide academic advising related to clinical competence.<br \/>Promote inter-professional collaboration skills.<br \/>Administrative Responsibilities<br \/>Maintain laboratory schedules and utilization records.<br \/>Prepare teaching plans, lesson materials, and reports.<br \/>Attend departmental meetings and faculty activities.<br \/>Assist in orientation of new students and faculty.<br \/>Participate in university committees as assigned.<br \/>Scope of Work<br \/>The Clinical Instructor shall:<br \/>Deliver clinical skills instruction across undergraduate and\/or postgraduate nursing programs.<br \/>Manage day-to-day operations of the Nursing Skills Laboratory.<br \/>Supervise student practice in simulated and real clinical environments.<br \/>Conduct student competency assessments and examinations.<br \/>Support curriculum delivery and academic quality assurance.<br \/>Ensure safe learning environments consistent with healthcare standards.<br \/>Collaborate with faculty, clinical partners, and regulatory bodies.<br \/>Minimum Qualifications<br \/>Bachelor of Science in Nursing BScN or equivalent.<br \/>Registered Nurse with valid practicing license from relevant Nursing Regulatory Council.<br \/>Postgraduate qualification Master\u2019s degree in Nursing\/Education\/Clinical Specialty<br \/>Certification or training in Clinical Instruction or Simulation Education is an added advantage.<br \/>Experience<br \/>Minimum 3 years clinical nursing experience.<br \/>Experience in clinical teaching, preceptorship, or student supervision preferred.<br \/>Experience using simulation or skills laboratory equipment desirable.<br \/>Required Competencies<br \/>Clinical teaching and facilitation skills<br \/>Simulation-based education competency<br \/>Student assessment and feedback skills<br \/>Strong interpersonal and mentoring ability<br \/>Organizational and laboratory management skills<br \/>Evidence-based clinical practice knowledge<br \/>Excellent communication and teamwork skills<br \/>Professional ethics and integrity<br \/>Key Performance Indicators KPIs<br \/>Student clinical competency achievement rates<br \/>Quality of simulation and skills training delivery<br \/>Student satisfaction with clinical instruction<br \/>Compliance with accreditation standards<br \/>Laboratory operational efficiency<br \/>Timely assessment and reporting<br \/>Working Conditions<br \/>Teaching within laboratory and clinical environments.<br \/>Exposure to simulated clinical procedures and equipment.<br \/>Flexible scheduling aligned with academic timetables.<br \/>Occasional evening or weekend teaching during assessments or simulations.<br \/>Professional Expectations<br \/>The Clinical Instructor is expected to:<br \/>Uphold nursing professional standards and ethical conduct.<br \/>Maintain continuous professional development.<br \/>Promote a culture of safety, respect, and academic excellence.<br \/>Represent the university professionally within clinical training environments.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and want to work as a team member in a modern and progressive institution where you can make a difference, please apply. Interested Candidates should submit their applications by 28th\u00a0July 2026 through the given email. You should attach Cover Letter outlining suitability for the role Detailed Curriculum Vitae Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications Contact information for two referees Director Human Resources United States International University \u2013 Africa P.O Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya Email: jobs-shss@usiu.ac.ke Interested and qualified? Go to United States International University &#8211; USIU Africa on www.usiu.ac.ke to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. 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