Nursing Education – Nursing Director

Summary

Within the mission, vision and values of Saudi Arabian Ministry of National Guard – Health Affairs, lead, manage and oversee the activities of Nursing Education and establish and monitor all educational programs in accordance with the needs of the multi-cultural nursing staff, students, interns and residents.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing
  Master’s Degree in Nursing/Education 

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Experience from North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand is a must.
• Minimum of Ten (10) year’s current clinical nursing experience following licensure/ registration in the country of origin, Five( 5 )  years of which in managerial capacity including Two  (2) years in a comparable position

License:

• License from North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand is a must.
• Current and in good Standing Nursing License/Registration (RN) to practice in country of residence
• Current BLS/ACLS required

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the activities and operations of Nursing Education by assessing, initiating and analyzing nursing services staff, students, interns and residents’ educational needs assessments. Communicate educational recommendations to nursing executives and administrative personnel. 
• Facilitate and design educational programs consistent with Nursing Services practice model, goals and objectives appropriate to the multicultural nursing services staff, students, interns and residents. Ensure implementation of a competency-based nursing orientation program. 
• Maintain all records pertaining to the operation of the area of assignment and generate reports as required. 
• Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of educational activities to meet the identified needs of Nursing Services staff, students, Interns and Residents. 
• Encourage and provide an environment to support scientific nursing, research and practice. Develop, implement and participate in Quality improvement processes and activities. 
• Advocate for the needs of the patients and the Program, promote continuum of care in educational activities.
• Monitor workload, administrative and support systems; resolve operational problems; implement established procedures and ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes and monitor productivity status.
• Accomplish staff job results by coaching, guiding, and counseling employees; plan, monitor, and appraise job results; facilitate training.
• Represent the department to other departments, coordinate assigned activities with those of other departments and outside stakeholders, if needed. Deputize and assume responsibilities of similar or higher positions, as and if required.
• Prepare and present reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Perform other job related duties