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Patient Care Assistant (Festac)
About this role
A Patient Care Assistant at St. Ives Specialist Hospital in Festac, Lagos supports the nursing team to deliver patient care. The role involves assisting patients with daily needs, maintaining a clean and safe care environment, and helping with routine clinical and non-clinical tasks while upholding dignity and respect for patients. The hospital specialises in women, children, and family health and operates with a team of consultants in obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, medicine and surgery. The position requires working as part of a multidisciplinary team and adhering to hospital policies and standards.
What you would do
- Assist patients with personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding and toileting when required
- Support patient mobility by helping them walk, reposition in bed, or transfer safely
- Record and report vital signs as directed by the supervising nurse
- Observe patients and report changes in condition to the nurse in charge
- Respond to patients' calls and requests for assistance promptly
- Assist with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients as directed
- Prepare patient areas by keeping beds clean and environments tidy and comfortable
- Assist nurses during examinations, treatments and procedures as required
- Transport patients safely within the hospital for investigations or procedures
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
What they are asking for
- Minimum SSCE with 2-3 years of experience
- Certificate in Healthcare Assistance, Nursing Assistant, Caregiving or related field is an added advantage
- Experience in auxiliary nursing and hospital/healthcare settings is beneficial
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is desirable
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and respectful approach to patient care
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good observation, time management and organisational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Physically fit to assist patients with mobility and daily care activities
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