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Role Description

• This is a full-time, on-site position located in Lagos for a Senior Nursing Officer.
• The Senior Nursing Officer will oversee nursing services, coordinate patient care, and ensure adherence to hospital policies and best practices.
• Daily responsibilities include nursing functions, implementing training programs, monitoring patient outcomes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills, including patient assessment, wound care, medication administration, and management of medical equipment.
• Proven leadership, team management, and staff training capabilities.
• Knowledge of hospital policies, medical terminology, and healthcare regulations in Nigeria.
• Experience with patient education, care planning, and efficient documentation processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach to healthcare delivery.
• A Bachelor's in Nursing or a related field and a registered nursing license in Nigeria.
• At least 5 years of relevant clinical nursing and leadership experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with healthcare record systems(EMR is an advantage.

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About the job

• We need a Pediatric Nephrologist who will provide specialist care for infants, children, and adolescents with kidney and urinary tract disorders.
• The role involves diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of pediatric renal diseases, including acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, nephrotic syndrome, congenital anomalies, and electrolyte disorders.
• The Specialist will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Residency in Pediatrics (FWACP Paediatrics / FMCP Paediatrics or equivalent).
• Subspecialty Fellowship training in Pediatric Nephrology from an accredited center.
• Valid and up-to-date medical license with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification is an added advantage.
• Proven experience managing both acute and chronic pediatric renal diseases.
• Experience in pediatric dialysis, renal biopsies, and transplant evaluation
• Expertise in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases in infants, children, and adolescents.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commitment to compassionate, child-centered care.