Head of Nursing Education

A renowned hospital in Malaysia is looking for an experienced Head of Nursing Education
Your new company
They are one of the largest chain hospitals in Malaysia focusing on providing precision care and the best therapies for patients.


Your new role
They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Nursing Education to oversee a team of nursing educators and drive education programs to uphold the competency of the service they provide to patients nationwide.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive nursing education strategy aligned with organisational goals, clinical priorities, and patient safety objectives.
  • Provide strategic direction for undergraduate, postgraduate, continuing professional development (CPD), and specialty training programs.
  • Act as a key advisor to nursing and executive leadership on education, competency development, and workforce capability.
  • Design, review, and oversee nursing education curricula, orientation programs, competency frameworks, and clinical training pathways.
  • Ensure education programs are evidence‑based, aligned with best practices, and responsive to changes in clinical care and healthcare standards.
  • Lead the incorporation of simulation, e‑learning, blended learning, and innovative educational methodologies.
  • Establish and maintain frameworks for clinical competency assessment, validation, and re‑credentialing.
  • Partner with clinical leaders to identify learning needs, address practice gaps, and improve patient outcomes.
  • Support quality improvement initiatives through targeted education and training interventions.
  • Ensure nursing education programs comply with relevant nursing regulatory bodies, accreditation requirements, and professional standards.
  • Maintain readiness for external audits, inspections, and accreditation assessments related to nursing education.
  • Monitor changes in nursing education standards and regulatory requirements and assess their impact on the organisation.
  • Recruit, lead, mentor, and develop nurse educators, clinical instructors, and preceptors.
  • Build educator capability through faculty development programs and coaching.
  • Foster a culture of learning, professional growth, and academic excellence.
  • Establish governance structures for nursing education programs, including outcome measurement and reporting.
  • Evaluate education effectiveness using defined metrics (competency outcomes, patient safety indicators, staff retention, learner feedback).
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation across nursing education services.

What you'll need to succeed
  • Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (required).
  • Master’s degree in Nursing Education, Clinical Nursing, Healthcare Education, or related field.
  • Minimum of 8 to 15+ years of nursing experience, with significant experience in education, training, or academic roles.
  • 5+ years in a nursing education role within a hospital, healthcare system, or academic institution.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and leading large-scale nursing education or professional development programs.

What you'll get in return
  • Competitive salary
  • Career advancement opportunities within the hospital/group
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to ChunKeat.Wong@Hays.com.my, or call me at +60 3-5870 5024 now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Healthcare & Medical
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Life Sciences
Ref:
1286485

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Chun Keat Wong, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sunway
Corporate Suite 19-01 at Sunway Resort Hotel,, Persiaran Lagoon,

Telephone: +60 3-5870 5024