Unit Head, Nursing Education Service

Liaquat National Hospital and Medical College; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 892,800 - 1,339,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Karachi seeks a Nursing Education Manager to develop annual training plans, maintain staff compliance, and supervise nursing education. The ideal candidate will have a BScN, preferably a Master's in Nursing, and possess extensive clinical experience, training skills, and valid certifications. Responsibilities include collaborating with clinical teams and conducting evaluations to ensure high standards of nursing practice and patient safety.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of clinical nursing experience including 3-4 years as a nursing supervisor.
• BLS and ACLS certified.
• Valid registration with the Pakistan Nursing Council.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, patient safety, and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop nursing education and training plans based on assessments.
• Maintain staff credentials and training compliance.
• Collaborate with Clinical HODs for learning needs.
• Conduct random clinical rounds to evaluate staff performance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Training skills

Education

BScN, preferably Master's in Nursing

Job description

• Develops and implements the annual nursing education and training plan based on learning needs assessment, patient safety data, incident trends, and organizational priorities.
• Develops and submits personal, unit, and departmental goals and objectives annually, aligned with strategic and quality plans.
• Maintains and monitors staff credentials, certifications, and mandatory training compliance.
• Collaborates with Clinical HODs, Unit Heads, and UHCNs to identify learning needs and develop evidence-based teaching modules.
• Plans and coordinates in-service education, workshops, CNEs, simulations, and specialty training programs, ensuring all administrative arrangements are completed.
• Participates in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety initiatives as a Facilitator or Team Leader, using audit and incident data to guide targeted education.
• Conducts random clinical rounds to evaluate staff performance and compliance, providing structured feedback to Clinical Nursing Heads.
• Organizes and facilitates Journal Clubs, Morbidity & Mortality meetings, Case Presentations, and Clinical Review Forums.
• Maintains accurate education, training, competency, and attendance records to support audits, accreditation surveys, and performance appraisal.
• Supports accreditation readiness, internal audits, and tracer activities related to staff education and competency.
• Mentors and supports nurse Instructor, preceptors, and trainers, promoting continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BScN, preferably Master’s in Nursing with 6-8 years of cl. nursing experience, as a Cl. Instructor NES including 3-4 years as a nursing supervisor in a large tertiary care hospital.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training skills
• BLS and ACLS certified.
• Valid registration with the Pakistan Nursing Council
• Knowledge of ISO standards, patient safety, and quality improvement
• Adult learning principles and competency-based education