Cardiothoracic Nurse at First Rivers Hospital Limited

First Rivers Hospital Limited is located at 7/9 Old Aba Road, Rumuomasi / 250 Aba Express way Port Harcourt, with modern equipment. Through over 150 staff, 78 of which are core healthcare professionals, we are committed to the provision of compelling quality timeless medical services to our patients. Our objective is to maximally exploit medical sciences in the art of health management and preservation of life with regards to The Ultimate Intelligence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cardiothoracic Nurse

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide preoperative assessment and preparation for cardiothoracic surgery patients.
• Monitor and manage postoperative patients in recovery and ward settings, including chest drains, tracheostomies, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Administer medications, IV infusions, blood products, and pain management as prescribed.
• Assist in perioperative care and coordinate with surgical, anaesthesia, ICU, and physiotherapy teams.
• Perform cardiac and respiratory observations, interpret basic monitoring data, and escalate concerns promptly.
• Educate patients and families on postoperative care, wound management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in emergency response for cardiac/respiratory events and support continuous quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current practicing license (Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in cardiothoracic, cardiac, ICU, or high-dependency nursing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative care, chest drain management, ventilator basics, ECG interpretation, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent is an advantage.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends, and perform under pressure.

Application Closing Date
8th June, 2026.