Associate Lecturer (Operating Theatre / ICU Nursing) – Freelance

HMI INSTITUTE OF HEALTH SCIENCES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

HMI Institute of Health Sciences in Singapore is seeking a qualified and experienced healthcare professional to join our team as a Freelance Associate Lecturer. This role delivers competency-based training for healthcare learners, ensuring alignment with SSG requirements and our academic standards.

The successful candidate will bring strong clinical experience in Operating Theatre, ICU, or combat surgical hospital environments, and contribute to curriculum development, assessment planning, and

Qualifications

• Qualified nursing professional with registration in Singapore.
• Experience in planning, delivering and assessing healthcare training.
• Familiar with competency-based education and SSG requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, assess, and review training programmes.
• Ensure course delivery and assessment align with SSG and quality standards.
• Maintain documentation of training delivery and assessments.
• Develop and update training materials and lesson plans.

Skills

Clinical nursing expertise

Curriculum delivery

Adult learning principles

Communication & facilitation

LMS proficiency

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

SNB registration

ACLP or ACTA sponsorship

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

HMI Institute of Health Sciences is seeking aqualified and experienced healthcare professionalto join our team as aFreelance Associate Lecturer. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality healthcare education and preparing learners for professional practice in the healthcare sector.

The successful candidate will havestrong clinical experience in Operating Theatre (OT), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), or Combat Surgical Hospital environments. The Associate Lecturer will be responsible for deliveringcompetency-based training andassessmentaligned with HMI Institute’s academic standards and SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Lecturer is responsible forplanning, delivering, assessing, and reviewing training programmesto ensure learners achieve the required competency standards. The role also ensures that course delivery and assessment practices remain aligned withSSG requirements, industry practices, and HMI Institute’s quality standards.

Main Duties

• Plan and delivercompetency-based training programmesin accordance with approved course outlines and curriculum.
• Facilitateclassroom learning, practical training, and simulation-based learning activitiesfor healthcare learners.
• Conductformative and summative assessmentsin alignment with approved assessment plans and competency standards.
• Evaluate learner performance and provide constructive feedback to support learning outcomes.
• Mentor and guide learners in their academic and professional development.
• Ensure all training and assessment activities comply withSkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and HMI Institute quality requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation of training delivery, attendance, and assessment records.

Secondary Duties

• Develop and updatetraining materials, lesson plans, and assessment toolsin accordance with curriculum requirements.
• Participate in curriculum reviews to ensure course relevance and quality.
• Contribute to the design and development ofnew healthcare programmes and training initiatives.
• Participate in academic meetings, programme reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support institutional activities and projects aligned with the mission and objectives of HMI Institute.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution.
• Registered Nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) and holder of a valid Practising Certificate.
• Possess an Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) or Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA). Candidates who do not currently hold either qualification but are otherwise suitable may be considered for ACLP certification sponsorship, subject to the organisation's approval and applicable terms and conditions.
• Willingness and commitment to undertake the necessary training, professional development and comply with the requirements under the Trainer and Assessor Professionalism and Ethics (TAEPP) framework as part of their professional development and career progression in nursing education.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong clinical knowledge ofOperating Theatre nursing, perioperative care, or Intensive Care Unit practices.
• Familiarity withacute care protocols, surgical procedures, and patient safety standards.
• Knowledge ofcompetency-based training and adult learning principles.
• Ability to facilitate engaging and interactive learning sessions.
• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in usinglearning management systems and digital learning tools.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of clinical experiencein Operating Theatre, ICU, or related acute care settings.
• Experience inCombat Surgical Hospital or military medical environments (e.g. National Service medical units)will be advantageous.
• Prior experience as aclinical instructor, trainer, or lecturerwill be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Passion foreducation and developing healthcare professionals.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high training standards.
• Collaborative team player who contributes positively to the academic environment.
• Adaptable and open to continuous learning and professional development.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and commitment to healthcare education excellence.