Nurse Assistant

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and patient-focused Nurse Assistant to support nursing staff in delivering quality healthcare services to patients.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate professionalism, empathy, teamwork, and a strong commitment to patient care and safety.
• The successful candidate will assist nurses and other healthcare professionals in providing basic patient care, monitoring patient well-being, maintaining cleanliness within patient care areas, and ensuring patients receive adequate support during their stay in the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in checking and recording vital signs as directed.
• Assist in transferring or moving patients safely when required.
• Prepare patients for examination, procedures, or treatment.
• Help patients with feeding, bathing, mobility, and personal hygiene where necessary.
• Adhere strictly to hospital policies, ethical standards, and infection prevention protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of medical waste according to infection prevention guidelines.
• Replenish patient care supplies and maintain inventory where necessary.
• Monitor and report patients’ conditions or unusual observations to the supervising nurse.
• Provide emotional support and maintain a caring attitude towards patients and relatives.
• Support nurses during ward rounds and clinical procedures.
• Assist nurses in providing basic patient care and support.
• Maintain accurate documentation as instructed by supervising nurses.

Education & Professional Requirements

• Certificate / Diploma in Community Health, Community Nursing, or related Healthcare fields
• Relevant professional certification or license where applicable.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital environment is an added advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and compassionate care.
• Physically fit and capable of assisting with patient mobility
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Good observation and reporting skills
• Compassion, patience, and empathy
• Basic patient care and nursing support skills
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Teamwork and professionalism
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Remuneration

• Supportive and conducive working environment
• Opportunities for training and development
• Competitive salary package - N55,000 - N60,000 monthly.