Education and Career Paths

Training

The Nursing and Medical Technology Division promotes basic and specialized professional training by working closely with all local partners to create the best conditions for the development of future healthcare professionals.

With regard to continuing education, it is committed to supporting the professional growth of staff in the Nursing and Medical Technology Services by integrating specific needs, interprofessional collaboration, interdisciplinary approaches, local and cross-cutting dimensions, ensuring the maintenance and development of acquired skills, as well as the effectiveness and appropriateness of the care and services provided.

Growth and Structured Career Paths

The Division promotes the professional development of its employees and has established structured career paths, identifying specific roles, functions, and levels of responsibility. Structured career paths for medical-technical fields are currently being developed.

As for the nursing profession, this role has undergone significant development in recent years. Nurses are no longer to be viewed merely as those who provide direct care at the patient’s bedside, but as professionals whose skills and competencies—including specialized ones—enable them to play a leading role within the care team and to work in a variety of fields, including healthcare management, clinical development, research, and education.

Clinical Nursing Career Path 

A nurse who pursues a career advancement path in the clinical setting acquires, through specialized training and on-the-job experience, the knowledge and skills that enable them to manage complex clinical situations.

Their inclination toward interdisciplinary collaboration, combined with active participation in and coordination of projects with clinical impact in collaboration with the management team (shared governance), makes them a key figure in the development of nursing practice. They provide guidance to colleagues in complex situations and are responsible for developing their clinical competencies, promoting evidence-based practice, and ensuring that projects align with institutional strategic objectives.

Nursing Career Path in Management 

A professional role in management requires advanced training and specific leadership skills, which enable those in managerial positions to serve as points of reference for employees in the management, coordination, and organization of work activities .

This professional promotes the well-being of staff and supports their empowerment, both personally and professionally. They actively participate in the development of clinical nursing practice, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and sharing common goals with professionals from other clinical and educational fields. Furthermore, they encourage the application of scientific evidence in daily practice, contributing to the spread of a culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Career Path in Nursing within the Field of Research 

Nurse researchers possess advanced knowledge and skills in qualitative and quantitative research methodology, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), and its practical application. They foster the development of a culture of research within the institutions where they work through training, consultation, and methodological support. They are experts in designing and conducting research projects aimed at improving clinical practice and supporting professional growth. They promote the adoption of research findings and EBP in daily practice, contributing to the continuous improvement of the quality of care. They provide support to colleagues in all aspects of research, from project development to implementation, both locally and across the institution.

Nursing Career Path as Part of Basic Training

Nurses who specialize in training promote the EOC mentoring model for students and apprentices at healthcare schools. They are responsible for trainees at their respective facilities. They collaborate with healthcare educational institutions, serving as a point of contact to ensure high-quality training support.