Senior Nursing Officer
Deliver quality nursing care and perform clinical procedures effectively.
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Overview
Deliver quality nursing care and perform clinical procedures effectively.
You have:
- 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.
- Minimum of six (6) years’ experience in at least three (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.
Position: Senior Nursing Officer
Closing Date: 11 June 2025
Contract: 3-year renewable contract Location: Ibadan
DUTIES:
- Accurately assess and record patients’ 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’s electronic system.
- Clean, sterilize (autoclave), and properly store nursing instruments.
- Monitor and replenish the clinic’s 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’ 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.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to assess a patient's vital signs under pressure. What was the outcome? | The interviewer wants to evaluate your assessment skills in a high-pressure situation. | Provide a specific example showing your competency and the effective results of your assessment. |
| Can you explain your experience in handling emergencies in nursing? Give an example. | The interviewer seeks to understand your readiness and capability in emergency nursing situations. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to ensure accurate wound dressing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize patient education in your practice? Can you give an example? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss your experience in using electronic systems for patient records. Why is it important? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you maintain sterilization and cleanliness in your work environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Provide an example of when you had to work as part of a team in a nursing setting. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges do you see in community health nursing, and how would you address them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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