Haematology Nurse at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Haematology Nurse will deliver specialized nursing care to patients with blood disorders, including benign and malignant haematological conditions. This role focuses on providing expert clinical support during diagnosis, treatment, and management phases, with particular emphasis on chemotherapy administration, transfusion therapy, symptom management, and patient education within the African Medical Centre of Excellence.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Specialised Patient Care

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with haematological disorders such as leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, anaemia, and clotting disorders.
• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other systemic therapies as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
• Manage complex transfusion therapies, including blood and blood product administration, and monitor for transfusion reactions.
• Perform specialised procedures such as central venous access device care, bone marrow biopsy assistance, and apheresis support.

Symptom Management & Supportive Care

• Assess and manage treatment-related side effects and disease symptoms, including fatigue, bleeding risks, infections, and pain.
• Implement infection prevention and control measures for immunocompromised patients.
• Provide nutritional support, hydration management, and palliative care interventions as needed.
• Offer psychological and emotional support to patients and families coping with chronic or life-threatening blood disorders.

Treatment Coordination & Monitoring

• Coordinate patient care throughout the treatment pathway, from diagnosis through follow-up.
• Monitor patients for signs of complications, such as neutropenic sepsis, tumour lysis syndrome, or bleeding episodes, and initiate prompt interventions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of treatments, responses, and patient assessments.
• Ensure seamless communication within the multidisciplinary haematology team.

Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, treatment plans, medication management, and self-care strategies.
• Teach infection prevention techniques, signs of complications, and when to seek medical help.
• Provide counselling on lifestyle adjustments, fertility preservation, and long-term survivorship issues.
• Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement
• Adhere to established clinical guidelines, protocols, and safety standards for haematology nursing.
• Participate in clinical audits, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated on advancements in haematology treatments, nursing practices, and supportive care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with a valid practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• Post-basic certification or diploma in Oncology Nursing, Haematology Nursing, or a related specialty is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in haematology, oncology, or a specialized medical unit.

Experience

• Demonstrated competency in chemotherapy administration and safe handling of cytotoxic drugs.
• Experience in managing patients with blood disorders, including transfusion therapy and central line care.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.
• Ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care in emotionally challenging situations.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records and clinical information systems.