Theatre Nurse at St. Ives Specialist Hospital

Job Description

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and ensure they are positioned correctly.
• Sterilize, arrange, and manage surgical instruments and equipment before each operation.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques and uphold infection control standards in the operating theatre.
• Assist surgeons and anaesthetists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating their needs.
• Monitor and record patients’ vital signs throughout surgical procedures.
• Perform accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps before, during, and after surgery.
• Support patients during post-operative recovery and assist in transferring them to the recovery room.
• Document surgical procedures, nursing interventions, and patient information accurately.
• Ensure the operating theatre is clean, organized, and fully stocked for each procedure.
• Collaborate with the surgical team and follow all hospital policies, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a relevant qualification with 2–5 years experience.

Salary
N298,500 monthly.