Nurse Assistant / Auxiliary Nurse at St. Dominic Catholic Hospital

St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is a 64 bed hospital located in Ogungbade off New Ife road Ibadan. St Dominic Catholic Hospital is the vision of Dominican Sisters of St Catherine of Siena (Italy). We offer various medical services such as: General medicine, internal medicine, O & G, Laboratory, Radiology, to mention just a few. The hospital is run in collaboration with foreign partners. We are registered and licensed by the Corporate Affairs Commission and the Ministry of Health. Also, we are accredited by the NHIS as both primary and secondary health care providers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Nurse Assistant / Auxiliary Nurse

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager

Job Summary

• The Nurse Assistant provides basic care and support to patients under the supervision of licensed nurses.
• Assists with daily living activities, vital signs, and other tasks to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.)
• Serve meals and snacks, and assist with feeding as needed
• Maintain patient rooms and common areas in a clean and orderly condition
• Assist with transfers, ambulation, and positioning
• Communicate patient needs and concerns to licensed nurses
• Document patient information and vital signs accurately
• Participate in patient care conferences and team meetings

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a nurse assistant training program
• Basic life support (BLS) certification
• Ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to speak multiple languages

What We Offer

• Salary: N250,000 - N40,000 monthly.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2024.