Skills Laboratory Instructor/Coordinator – Nursing

About the role

The Skills Laboratory Instructor/Coordinator will lead nursing skills laboratory activities at Tangaza University, preparing simulation equipment, maintaining supplies, and ensuring compliance with training and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and teach undergraduate nursing courses using learner‑centred methods.
• Conduct practical skills‑lab sessions, supervise students during clinical, field and community placements, and oversee OSCE examinations.
• Prepare course outlines, teaching materials, and assess student performance through examinations and continuous assessments.
• Supervise student research projects and contribute to curriculum development in line with regulatory requirements.
• Engage in research, publication, community outreach, and serve on departmental and university committees.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BScN) from a university recognised by the Commission for University Education.
• Current registration and a valid practising licence with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• At least two years of post‑qualification clinical nursing experience, including clinical instruction, preceptorship or skills‑lab teaching.
• Good organisational, record‑keeping and ICT/e‑learning skills.
• Willingness to teach and supervise across classroom, laboratory, clinical and community settings.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ICT tools and e‑learning platforms.
• Experience handling simulation equipment for nursing skills training.