Clinical Training Coordinator

LIFE Healthcare Group; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gqeberha is seeking a Clinical Training Coordinator to ensure nursing staff and student competency through clinical education. Responsibilities include planning training programs, coaching staff, and managing student administration. Qualifications required include a nursing diploma and assessor certification. This position offers the opportunity to develop education systems and promote nursing as a career.

Qualifications

• Registered with SANC as Assessor and Moderator.
• Knowledge of legislation governing nursing practice.
• Understanding of change management principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate clinical education for nursing staff and students.
• Plan and monitor risk-based in-service training programs.
• Participate in community events to promote nursing.

Skills

Problem-solving

Verbal & written communication

Facilitation skills

Resilience

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Assessor and Moderator qualification

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Position: Clinical Training Coordinator based at Life St George’s Hospital, reporting to Wendy Griffiths, Nursing Standards Manager. The successful candidate will coordinate and facilitate clinical education for nursing staff and students to achieve clinical competency for general nursing units and undergraduate student training.

Critical Outputs

• Plan, coordinate and participate in nursing competency requirements of the hospital and nursing function strategy
• Provide coaching and mentoring to staff to ensure clinical competence

Risk‑Based In‑Service Training

• Plan, coordinate and monitor risk‑based in‑service training programs
• Participate in incident investigation
• Participate in hospital quality projects, provide feedback, identify deviations and take remedial action where necessary
• Identify risks and competence in use of products through in‑service training

Student Clinical Programs

• Participate in the selection process of internal and external students
• Ensure proper management of student administration and resources
• Identify relevant learning opportunities and facilitate clinical skills development
• Provide feedback on student progress to the Learning Centre and HOD
• Support students with research projects in the hospital environment

Clinical Research

• Identify and formulate a plan of action relating to clinical delivery problems

Marketing of the Nursing Profession

• Participate in marketing the professional image of nursing
• Participate in marketing initiatives with students and learning centres to promote nursing as a career
• Participate with students in community events to promote the hospital

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing
• Assessor and Moderator qualification required and registered with SANC
• Specific knowledge and understanding of the legislation governing the practice of nursing
• Knowledge of nursing education systems and legislation
• Understanding of change management principles
• Facilitation and assessment skills
• Computer proficiency required
• Driver’s licence and own transportation will be advantageous

Competencies

• Problem‑solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Building relationships
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Leading by example (Key for Managers)
• Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday, 8 December 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert should consider their application as unsuccessful.