Nursing Tutor

Role & responsibilities

• Course Delivery: Prepare and deliver lessons on various nursing subjects, including theory and practical aspects.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the design, planning, and updating of the nursing curriculum to meet current healthcare standards.
• Lectures and Tutorials: Conduct lectures, discussions, seminars, and tutorials on relevant topics such as medical-surgical nursing, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and nursing ethics.
• Examinations: Design, administer, and grade exams, assignments, and quizzes to assess students' theoretical and practical knowledge.
• Feedback and Grading: Provide constructive feedback on assignments, projects, and practical skills to help students improve.
• Clinical Evaluation: Assess students during clinical placements, ensuring they meet the standards required in real-world healthcare settings.
• Hands-on Training: Supervise students during clinical rotations in hospitals or healthcare facilities, offering guidance on patient care, documentation, and clinical procedures.
• Skill Development: Ensure that students gain practical experience in administering care, using medical equipment, and responding to patient needs.
• Role Modeling: Demonstrate professional nursing practices and behaviors, reinforcing ethical, legal, and professional standards.
• Academic Guidance: Advise students on their academic progress, assist with study techniques, and offer guidance on research projects or papers.
• Personal Counseling: Provide support to students dealing with stress, mental health challenges, or personal issues affecting their academic performance.
• Career Counseling: Guide students in their career choices, provide insights on nursing specialties, and assist in preparing for licensing exams.
• Research Participation: Engage in research activities within the nursing field, contributing to knowledge development and evidence-based practice.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on advancements in nursing science, healthcare trends, and educational practices by attending workshops, conferences, or further training.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of students' academic progress, clinical evaluations, and attendance.
• Report Writing: Prepare reports on student performance, clinical experiences, and course evaluations.
• Collaboration: Work with other faculty members to ensure effective teaching methods and curriculum implementation.
• Classroom Management: Foster a respectful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, encouraging student participation and critical thinking.
• Cultural Competence: Promote understanding and respect for diverse patient populations and healthcare settings.
• Fostering Professionalism: Instill professional values such as responsibility, accountability, and integrity in students.
• Clinical Partnerships: Work with hospitals or other healthcare settings to organize clinical placements for students, ensuring they receive exposure to diverse patient care scenarios.
• Feedback Loop: Liaise with healthcare facilities to gain feedback on students' performance during clinical rotations.

Preferred candidate profile

• Candidate must be qualified Bachelors/Masters in Nursing
• The candidate should hold a current and active nursing license of West Bengal
• Experience in assessing student progress, giving constructive feedback, and designing exams or practical evaluations that measure students' learning outcomes.
• A deep knowledge of nursing practice and clinical skills is essential to guide students through practical applications of theory.
• The candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with students, faculty, and healthcare professionals.
• High standard of professionalism, ethics, and integrity, both in clinical practice and in interactions with students, is essential.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, attending conferences, workshops, and seminars, and staying current with the latest developments in nursing education and practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty members, administrators, and clinical staff to ensure a cohesive and effective learning experience.