TEACHING ASSISTANT – MEDICAL AND SURGICAL NURSING

Job Purpose

To support teaching, clinical skills demonstration and supervision of students in Medical and Surgical Nursing, ensuring the effective integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical practice in accordance with University and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support lecturers in the delivery of Medical and Surgical Nursing teaching and practical sessions.

2. Demonstrate nursing procedures and assist with skills laboratory instruction.

3. Supervise and guide students during medical and surgical clinical placements.

4. Assist in assessing and documenting students’ clinical competencies.

5. Promote patient safety, ethical conduct and professional nursing practice.

6. Maintain accurate records of student attendance, clinical performance and assessments.

7. Participate in departmental academic and quality assurance activities.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Grade 12 Certificate with five credits, including English, Mathematics and Science.

2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing or a related nursing discipline, with competence in Medical and Surgical Nursing.

3. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical teaching experience at university level or its equivalent.

4. NMCZ registration and ZAQA clearance.

Key Attributes and Competencies

1. Strong medical and surgical nursing clinical skills.

2. Ability to demonstrate procedures and support student learning.

3. Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

4. Professionalism, ethics, integrity and commitment to mentorship.

5. An advanced diploma in Clinical Instructing will be an added advantage.