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Job Title: Clinical Skills Trainer

Reports to: Director of Quality & Safety

Key Working Relationships:
Directors & Assistant Directors of Services, MDT, Nurse Practice Development Co-Ordinator, Persons in Charge, Administration & Community Nurses, and Human Resources

Purpose of the Role

The Clinical Skills Trainer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based care across the organisation. This position is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating high-quality clinical skills training programmes that enhance the competence and confidence of healthcare professionals—including Registered Nurses and Social Care/Healthcare staff.

The post holder will support the development of a strong clinical learning environment, foster continuous professional development among staff, and act as a key clinical expert. The role directly contributes to the highest standards of service user care, compliance with national regulations, and the continuous improvement of clinical practice.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Registration: Must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years post-registration clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a relevant clinical area.

• Teaching Qualification: Possess an up-to-date teaching/training qualification (e.g., Train the Trainer, Certificate in Training & Development) or be actively working towards one.

• Management & Administration: Proven ability to manage training programmes, administrative tasks, and staff support effectively.

Essential Competencies & Skills

• Professional Knowledge: Comprehensive clinical knowledge and competence, with a strong commitment to practising safely within scope and in line with the NMBI Code of Professional Conduct.

• Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead clinical practice, influence others, and build effective professional relationships across all levels of the organisation.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and sensitively.

• Initiative & Problem-Solving: Evidence-based decision-making skills, with resilience and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

• Planning & Organisation: Strong ability to plan, organise, and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

• Commitment to Quality: Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality services, incorporating service user needs, and engaging in continuous professional development (CPD).

• IT & Data Skills: Willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role (e.g., MS Office, learning management systems).

Clinical Training & Delivery

• Design, deliver, and evaluate engaging and effective clinical skills training tailored to service user needs and individual care plans.

• Facilitate the induction and orientation of new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment.

• Provide practical, hands-on training, guidance, and mentorship to staff in both classroom and clinical settings.

• Educate staff on the correct use, care, and maintenance of clinical equipment and reusable medical devices.

Competence Assurance & Development

• Assess staff clinical competence, identifying both individual and service-wide learning needs.

• Develop and implement targeted strategies to address skill gaps, providing feedback and supporting personal development plans.

• Support staff in practice to ensure the safe application of clinical procedures and best practices.

• Promote a culture of empowerment, CPD, and evidence-based practice.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

Professional Knowledge & Experience

• Practise safely and competently within scope, adhering to the NMBI Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics.

• Maintain up-to-date, high-level knowledge and skills relevant to the role.

• Take accountability for the quality of clinical care and teaching provided.

• Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to ongoing CPD.

• Maintain awareness of all relevant national clinical practice guidelines (e.g., NMBI, HSE, NCEC).

• Seek opportunities for clinical practice improvement and stay informed through national conferences and seminars.

• Demonstrate effective planning, organisation, and multitasking skills.

• Work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Foster positive professional relationships and teamwork.

• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and strong leadership potential.

• Maintain awareness of HR policies, procedures, and relevant legislation (e.g., Health & Safety, Infection Control).

• Understand and apply resource management principles and value-for-money practices.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Operational & Administrative Management

• Coordinate the planning and scheduling of training in line with service demands and objectives.

• Manage training records, evaluations, and KPI data efficiently.

• Collate and report training metrics for management, Quality, Safety, and Risk Committees, and other governance forums.

• Ensure resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness in all training programmes.

Commitment to Quality Service

(A) Quality & Audit

• Contribute to clinical audits, quality monitoring, and evaluation of training impact on care outcomes.

• Support the development, review, and updating of clinical policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with national standards (e.g., NMBI, HSE, NCEC, HIQA).

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Infection Prevention & Control, and other regulatory requirements.

• Maintain knowledge of all relevant HIQA Standards and support services in achieving and maintaining compliance.

(B) Communication Skills

• Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.

• Present information clearly, accurately, and concisely.

• Influence and engage others constructively, demonstrating empathy and professionalism in sensitive situations.

(C) Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain working knowledge of HIQA Standards (e.g., Standards for Designated Centres for Disabilities, National Standards for Infection Prevention and Control, Hygiene Standards).

• Adhere to organisational Information Governance Procedures and Data Protection Legislation, maintaining confidentiality for service users and staff.

• Support and promote sustainable energy, water, and waste management initiatives to contribute to a low-carbon, efficient health service.