Aesthetic Medical Clinic - We are a medical service provider located in the heart of Abuja. Our focus is on diagnosing and treating cosmetic and non-cosmetic skin conditions in all ages, improving physical appearance while emphasizing preventive medicine and the overall health and wellness of patients through the anti-aging and wellness medical services we provide. We offer a wide range of treatments, products and services for skin of colour while offering every patient a very individualized and customized plan to help them not only fulfil their goals of healthy, flawless skin and looks but helping them maintain good internal health as well. Our wide range of services are world standard, using the latest technology and science, meeting even the most difficult needs in the most difficult cases.
We are evolving from a Dermatology & Cosmetic Medical Facility to a full Dermatology, Cosmetic Medical & Surgical Facility hence the need to expand our team.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Nurse
Location: Abuja
Duration: Permanent
Report to: the Aesthetic Doctor
Purpose of the Job
- Post holder has to do her/his part to improve quality, safety, efficiency and reduce health disparities at the clinic.
- You will also record patient’s medical history and symptoms while collaborating with the clinic team (Medical and Med Spa) to plan for patient care, you will also administer medications and treatments.
- You will operate medical equipment to perform procedures if/when the need arises.
- Educate patients about management of illnesses and give support and advice to patients
- This position will be based in Abuja Nigeria
Responsibilities and accountabilities
Patient Care:
- As a caregiver for patients, you will help to manage physical needs, prevent illness, and treat health conditions. To do this, you will need to observe and monitor the patient, recording any relevant information to aid in treatment decision-making.
- Throughout the treatment process, you will follow the progress of the patient and act accordingly with the patient’s best interests in mind. The care you provide will extend beyond the administration of medications and other therapies.
Patient Advocacy:
- The patient is the first priority of at our clinic. Therefore in this role you will advocate for the best interests of the patient and maintain the patient’s dignity throughout treatment and care. This may include making suggestions in the treatment plan of patients, in collaboration with other health professionals at the clinic.
Planning of Care:
- You will be involved in the decision-making process for the treatment of patients. It is important that you are able to think critically when assessing patient signs and identifying potential problems so that you can make the appropriate recommendations and actions.
- As the Medical team, such as doctors or specialists, are usually in charge of making the final treatment decisions, you should be able to communicate information regarding patient health effectively. You may be more familiar with an individual patient’s situation since you monitor their signs and symptoms on an ongoing basis and should collaborate with other members of the medical team to promote the best patient health outcomes.
Patient Education and Support:
- You are also responsible for ensuring that patients are able to understand their health, illnesses, medications, and treatments to the best of their ability. This is of essence when clients are through with consultations and will need to understand and take control of their own treatments.
- You should take the time to explain to the patient and their family or caregiver what to do and what to expect when they leave the clinic. You should also make sure that the patient feels supported and knows where to seek additional information, if needed, is crucial.
Educational Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- Nursing Degree or Certificate from School of Nursing
- 2 to 4 years relevant and hands on nursing experience and an ability to demonstrate practical understanding of what the role entails
- Excellent communication skills including written and spoken English
- Emotional stability and empathy
- Strong interpersonal, team working, with the ability to confidently engage with others
- Flexibility, quick response and endurance
- Evidence of high level organizational skills and attention to details
Technical Competencies:
- Comfortable using computers
- Be conversant with medical software’s
Gross Salary
- Degree (0-1 year post NYSC experience): NGN 1,883,547.96 per annum
- School of Nursing (0-1 year post NYSC experience): NGN 1,385,229.00 per annum
Application Closing Date
31st March, 2019.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume, Cover Letter and a recent colored Passport Photograph to:
[email protected]