Ophthalmic Nurse at Lily Hospitals Limited

Lily Hospitals Limited, established since 1986, remains one of the foremost hospitals in Nigeria and within the South-South region of the country. It is the first private hospital in Nigeria to achieve ISO 9001:2000 quality management system certification from the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON). Also, we are consistently committed to high standards, continuous improvement, service excellence, organizational citizenship, and outstanding work ethics.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Ophthalmic Nurse

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Ophthalmic Nurse to join our healthcare team.
• The ideal candidate will assist in providing high-quality eye care services, support ophthalmologists during procedures, and ensure excellent patient care throughout diagnosis and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists during eye examinations and surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients for consultations, diagnostic tests, and surgeries.
• Administer medications, including eye drops and injections as prescribed.
• Conduct basic eye tests (visual acuity, intraocular pressure, etc.).
• Educate patients on eye care, treatment plans, and post-operative recovery.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Ensure proper cleaning and sterilization of ophthalmic instruments.
• Provide support in emergency eye care when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Nursing or BSc with specialization in Ophthalmology.
• Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• 1–3 years nursing experience.
• Experience in ophthalmology or eye care is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of eye conditions and treatments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team.

Skills:

• Clinical and patient care skills.
• Ability to operate ophthalmic equipment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach.

Remuneration

• Competitive Salary.
• Health insurance and other benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career development.

Application Closing Date
8th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: recruitment@lilyhospitals.net using the job title and location as the subject of the email.