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School Nurse
About this role
A private secondary school in Abeokuta seeks a qualified School Nurse to provide nursing care for students and staff, working alongside the College Hospital Doctor. The role involves delivering first aid, routine nursing care, administering prescribed treatments, and coordinating medical follow-ups. The nurse will monitor health conditions, assist during medical consultations, maintain records, and support health education and preventive programmes. The position requires nursing registration and current licence with the NMCN, with experience in paediatric or school health settings preferred. The College aims to promote health, hygiene, and emergency readiness across the school community.
What you would do
- Provide first aid and basic nursing care to students and staff on site.
- Work with the College Hospital Doctor to assess, manage, monitor, and follow up health concerns.
- Refer cases needing medical assessment or treatment to the College Hospital Doctor promptly.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments per the Doctor's instructions.
- Monitor patients and report changes or deterioration to the College Hospital Doctor.
- Assist the Doctor during medical consultations, examinations, and procedures as required.
- Maintain confidential medical records of consultations, treatments, and follow-ups.
- Ensure clinic and equipment are maintained, stocked, and safe.
- Participate in health education, screenings, and preventive health initiatives.
- Report health concerns to appropriate authorities and supporting staff when needed.
What they are asking for
- Registered Nurse with qualification from a recognised institution
- Current practising licence with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN)
- Experience in paediatric, school, community, clinic, hospital, or general nursing is advantageous
- Sound knowledge of first aid, infection prevention, and health promotion
- Strong observation, assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to implement prescribed care plans and coordinate with the Doctor
- Capable of maintaining accurate, confidential medical records
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the College Hospital Doctor
- Compassionate, patient, responsible, and approachable disposition
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