Peri-Operative Nurse 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. We are the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON). Also we are consistently committed to high standards; continuous improvement, service excellence, organizational citizenship, and outstanding work ethics running residency training programs in family medicine and radiology. Lily Hospitals is also involved in housemanship training and internship training in Pharmacy and Radiology. We have multiple locations in Benin, Warri, Okuokoko, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Peri-Operative Nurse

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

Job Summary

• The Peri-Operative Nurse will support surgical procedures by providing high-quality nursing care before, during, and after operations.
• The role requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary surgical team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and ensure the availability of required instruments and equipment
• Assist surgeons and anaesthetists during procedures while maintaining a sterile environment
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and overall condition throughout the perioperative phase
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative nursing care, including patient assessment, documentationand recovery support
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
• Maintain accurate surgical records and adhere to safety and quality protocols
• Collaborate with the surgical team to improve workflow and patient experience.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license.
• Certification or formal training in perioperative nursing is an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience
• Previous experience in surgical or theatre nursing settings
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniquesand operating room (OR)protocols
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities
• Supportive work environment with experienced clinical teams
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization.

Application Closing Date
17th January, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications, CV, license and other certifications to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using the job title as the subject of the email.