Position: Senior Nursing Officer
Closing Date: 11 June 2025
Contract: 3-year renewable contract Location: Ibadan
DUTIES:
Accurately assess and record patients\u2019 vital signs. Perform wound dressing for both routine and emergency cases. Conduct eye lavage, ear syringing, and administer parenteral medications as required. Initiate and manage intravenous infusions when necessary. Administer all routine immunizations in accordance with medical guidelines. Assess visual acuity using the Snellen chart. Escort critically ill patients to external healthcare facilities when needed. Perform minor surgical procedures such as incision and drainage of abscesses. Suture minor lacerations under appropriate clinical conditions. Record daily patient attendance using the clinic\u2019s electronic system. Clean, sterilize (autoclave), and properly store nursing instruments. Monitor and replenish the clinic\u2019s emergency box and resuscitation trolley as needed. Deliver health education across various areas of nursing practice. Provide clinical consultations when required. Prepare medication bills outside of regular working hours. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
BSc in Nursing/ Nursing Science with any two (2) of the following: Diploma in Public/Occupational Health Nursing; Family Planning Certificate; Post Basic Diploma in Accident & Emergency Nursing; Post Basic Nursing Certificate in Theatre Techniques; Post Basic Nursing Certificate in Paediatric Nursing; Diploma in Nursing Science.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must have:
Minimum of six (6) years\u2019 experience in at least (3) of the following areas; Post Basic Diploma in Accident and Emergency unit; Post Basic Nursing Certificate in Theatre Techniques; Post Basic Nursing Certificate in Paediatric Nursing; Outpatient Departments and Medical wards; Community Health Nursing. Good organizational skills and demonstrate ability to work under pressure. Experience in carrying out basic laboratory procedures such as rapid malaria test, urinalysis and blood sugar using a glucometer.Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.