Critical Care / ICU Nurse at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Critical Care / ICU Nurse

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time
Level: GL 2B
Workplace Type: Onsite

Job Purpose

• The CCU Nurse is a highly skilled and experienced professional responsible for delivering exceptional, specialized nursing care to critically ill patients in the Coronary Care Units.
• This role involves the comprehensive assessment, monitoring, and management of patients with life-threatening cardiac and critical conditions, utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices.
• The nurse provides clinical leadership, mentors junior staff, and works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and uphold the highest standards of care in line with AMCE's mission.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Patient Management:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including continuous monitoring of vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic parameters.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized, evidence-based care plans.
• Administer complex medications and treatments, including vasoactive drugs, anticoagulants, sedatives, and advanced intravenous therapies.
• Perform and assist with advanced procedures such as ventilator management, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, defibrillation, cardioversion, and point-of-care ultrasound.
• Provide expert post-operative care to ensure optimal recovery and early detection of complications.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies, initiating and leading advanced life support (ACLS) measures, including CPR.

Leadership & Team Supervision:

• Assist in the rapid evaluation of patients to determine the severity of conditions and prioritize care.
• Collaborate closely with intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, and allied health professionals to develop and implement holistic patient care plans.
• Communicate effectively and with empathy to patients and their families, providing clear explanations of conditions, treatments, and prognoses.
• Serve as a key liaison between the CCU and other hospital departments to coordinate care and ensure seamless patient transitions.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary rounds, handovers, and case review discussions.

Governance, Safety & Compliance:

• Mentor and support junior residents, medical students, and allied health professionals under supervision.
• Ensure strict compliance with all hospital policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards, including infection control and medication safety.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient documentation in accordance with legal and professional requirements.
• Participate in clinical audits, incident reporting, root cause analysis, and risk management activities to continuously improve care quality and patient safety.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality regarding all patient and organizational information.

Quality Improvement & Education:

• Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining of tissue sections.
• Contribute to unit-based and hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes.
• Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Engage in continuous professional development to remain at the forefront of critical care and cardiac nursing practices.
• Contribute to the education of peers and junior staff through bedside teaching, in-services, and simulation drills.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSc Nursing) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate qualification or specialized certification in Critical Care Nursing, Cardiology, or a related field is a significant advantage.
• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are highly desirable.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of progressive nursing experience in a critical care setting (ICU/CCU).
• Proven expertise in managing critically ill patients with complex cardiac conditions (e.g., myocardial infarction, heart failure, arrhythmias).
• Demonstrated competence in advanced procedures, invasive monitoring, and emergency response.
• Experience in mentoring junior staff or providing clinical leadership is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, pathophysiology, and critical care pharmacology.
• Proficiency in interpreting hemodynamic data and cardiac rhythms.
• Exceptional clinical judgment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to function effectively in a high-stress, multidisciplinary team.
• High level of empathy, compassion, and a commitment to patient-centred care.
• Professional, proactive, and highly organized.
• Aligns with AMCE’s vision and values.
• High levels of honesty, integrity, and reliability.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to remain calm and effective in emergencies.
• Flexible to work shifts required for a 24/7 service environment.

Must have skills:

• Cardiovascular physiology, pathophysiology, and critical care pharmacology myocardial infarction.

Good to have skills:

• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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