Caregiver / Nurse at JNO Integrated Services

Job Summary

• We are seeking a trained health professional to provide dedicated care and support to an elderly male. The preferred candidate should be a Registered Nurse, Auxiliary Nurse or similarly qualified healthcare professional with practical experience in elderly or home-based care.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring the elderly person’s health, supporting his daily activities, administering or assisting with prescribed medication and promptly identifying any changes that may require medical attention.
• This is a professional healthcare and caregiving position, not a general domestic-help role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional, compassionate and respectful care to the elderly person.
• Monitor and record basic vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse and blood sugar levels, where required.
• Administer or assist with prescribed medications strictly according to medical instructions and within the candidate’s professional scope.
• Maintain an accurate schedule and record of medications, meals, medical observations and daily activities.
• Provide mobility support where necessary and help prevent falls or injuries.
• Promptly report unusual symptoms, behavioural changes or medical concerns to the family or attending doctor.
• Accompany the elderly person to medical appointments and communicate relevant observations to healthcare providers.
• Assist with prescribed exercises, mobility routines or rehabilitation activities.
• Keep the patient’s immediate environment and medical equipment clean and properly organised.
• Provide basic first aid and respond appropriately during emergencies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the individual’s health and the family’s private affairs.
• Perform other healthcare and caregiving duties reasonably assigned by the family.

Requirements

• Must possess a recognised nursing or healthcare qualification.
• A Registered Nurse, Auxiliary Nurse or qualified Nursing Assistant is strongly preferred.
• Registered Nurses must possess a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria practising licence.
• Auxiliary Nurses or Nursing Assistants must possess verifiable training or certification from a recognised healthcare institution.
• Minimum of three years of practical experience in nursing, elderly care, home care or a related healthcare role.
• Previous experience caring for elderly persons with age-related medical conditions will be an advantage.
• Patient, compassionate, observant and emotionally mature.
• Physically fit and able to provide mobility assistance when necessary.
• Good spoken and written communication skills.
• Must provide verifiable employment references and guarantors.