Clinical Facilitator

Job Title:
Clinical Facilitator (Nursing Education)

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng Province

Reporting To: Nursing Education Manager / Clinical Training Manager

The Clinical Facilitator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering clinical education and training to nursing staff, ensuring high standards of patient care. The role requires a strong background in nursing education and practical clinical experience within a Mediclinic environment. The incumbent will bridge theory and practice, promoting evidence‑based nursing care and continuous professional development.

• Facilitate and deliver structured clinical training programmes to nursing staff in line with organisational and regulatory requirements
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing education programmes and learning materials
• Conduct orientation and induction programmes for newly appointed nursing staff
• Ensure compliance with Mediclinic clinical standards, protocols, and policies

• Assess clinical competencies of nursing staff and provide feedback and developmental support
• Identify training needs through skills audits, performance reviews, and incident analysis
• Support ongoing professional development and mentoring of nurses

• Provide hands‑on clinical guidance in the ward environment
• Promote best practices, evidence‑based care, and patient safety standards
• Assist with implementation of quality improvement initiatives

• Ensure all training aligns with SANC regulations and Mediclinic standards
• Maintain accurate training records and competency documentation
• Support accreditation and audit processes

• Work closely with Unit Managers, HR, and Education Departments
• Facilitate interdisciplinary learning where required
• Participate in meetings related to clinical education and quality improvement

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing (General, Community, Psychiatry)
• Postgraduate qualification in Nursing Education (essential)
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)

• Minimum 3–5 years’ clinical nursing experience
• Proven experience in nursing education, training, or facilitation
• Prior training and/or working experience within Mediclinic (essential)

• Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices and healthcare regulations
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills
• Ability to design and deliver effective training programmes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Competency in clinical assessment and evaluation
• Good organisational and administrative abilities

• Patient-centered care
• Leadership and influence
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail and quality orientation
• Adaptability and continuous learning mindset

• Experience in private healthcare sector
• Familiarity with Mediclinic systems and processes
• Passion for teaching and professional development

• Clinical environment (hospital setting)
• May require flexibility in working hours to accommodate training schedules