Nursing Officer - RN (Port Harcourt) at Lily Hospitals Limited

Lily hospitals Limited, established since 1986, remains one of the foremost hospitals in Nigeria and within the South-South region of the country. It is the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) and was also recently accredited with COHSASA (Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa) Certificate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nursing Officer - RN

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Nursing Officer will provide professional nursing care to patients by utilizing evidence-based practices, promoting patient safety, and maintaining a compassionate and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as prescribed by the physician.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs and progress.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute care plans.
• Supervise and mentor junior nurses, aides, and student nurses.
• Educate patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and discharge plans.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
• Adhere to hospital policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices in infection control.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Identify and report patient safety risks or adverse events promptly.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in line with hospital protocols.
• Prepare and submit nursing reports as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• License: Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing practice in a hospital or clinical setting.

Skills:

• Strong clinical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in patient monitoring equipment and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle emergencies.
• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with a comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuous professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive work culture where your contributions will drive organizational success and make an impact.
• Access to cutting-edge medical technologies.

Application Closing Date
9th May, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using "Application for Nursing Officer - Port Harcourt" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Location: Candidate within Port Harcourt and its environs are encouraged to apply.
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