Nurse Assistant at St. Dominic Catholic Hospital

St. Dominic Catholic Hospital, located in Ogungbade along New Ife Road, Ibadan, is a leading healthcare institution committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and patient-centered care to our community. Built on strong ethical values and guided by Catholic healthcare principles, we combine clinical excellence with genuine empathy to ensure the best outcomes for every patient.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nurse Assistant

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and patient-focused Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff in delivering quality healthcare services to patients.
• The successful candidate will assist nurses and other healthcare professionals in providing basic patient care, monitoring patient well-being, maintaining cleanliness within patient care areas, and ensuring patients receive adequate support during their stay in the hospital.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, teamwork, and a strong commitment to patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in providing basic patient care and support.
• Help patients with feeding, bathing, mobility, and personal hygiene where necessary.
• Monitor and report patients’ conditions or unusual observations to the supervising nurse.
• Assist in checking and recording vital signs as directed.
• Prepare patients for examination, procedures, or treatment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
• Assist in transferring or moving patients safely when required.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of medical waste according to infection prevention guidelines.
• Support nurses during ward rounds and clinical procedures.
• Replenish patient care supplies and maintain inventory where necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation as instructed by supervising nurses.
• Provide emotional support and maintain a caring attitude towards patients and relatives.
• Adhere strictly to hospital policies, ethical standards, and infection prevention protocols.

Education & Professional Requirements

• Certificate / Diploma in Community Health, Community Nursing, or related Healthcare fields
• Relevant professional certification or license where applicable.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment is an added advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Physically fit and capable of assisting with patient mobility
• Strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and compassionate care.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Basic patient care and nursing support skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassion, patience, and empathy
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Good observation and reporting skills
• Teamwork and professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.

Remuneration

• Competitive salary package - N55,000 - N60,000 monthly.
• Supportive and conducive working environment
• Opportunities for training and development

Application Closing Date
5th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: adm.sdchib2019@yahoo.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.