Staff Nurse at Stella Maris School

Founded in 1996, Stella Maris began as a small community school dedicated to nurturing children through faith and discipline. Over the years, our vision expanded -transforming into a network of campuses that now welcome students from across Nigeria and around the world. Our journey is marked by resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Staff Nurse

Location: Area 1, Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A school nurse is a registered nurse (RN) whomanages student health within an educational setting, providing direct care, managing chronic conditions, and promoting wellness.
• Key duties include treating injuries, administering medication, creating individual health plans, performing screenings, and acting as a liaison between families and healthcare providers.

Core Responsibilities

• Direct Medical Care: Provide first aid, emergency care, and treat acute illnesses/injuries for students and staff.
• Chronic Condition Management: Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) for conditions like diabetes, asthma, and allergies.
• Medication Administration: Safely administer, document, and store medications according to school policy.
• Health Screenings & Prevention: Conduct vision, hearing, and postural screenings; monitor immunization compliance.
• Documentation & Records :Maintain accurate, up-to-date health records and student medical histories.
• Education & Counseling: Offer health counseling to students, families, and staff regarding nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Certification: Often requires certification through the National Board for Certification of School Nurses (NBCSN) or state-specific certification.
• Experience: Previous experience in pediatric, emergency, or community nursing is preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, proficient computer skills, and ability to work independently.

Environment & Safety:

• Safety Monitoring: Participate in environmental safety checks (e.g., playground hazards) and infectious disease prevention.
• Collaboration: Work with staff on student health policies and act as a liaison with community health professionals.

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2026. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV in PDF or MS Word format to: hr@smsabuja.sch.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.