• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head Of Nurses (General Ward Department)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience



• Location Oyo




• City Ibadan




• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  
  

Job Summary

• St. Dominic Catholic Hospital is seeking an experienced, highly competent, and dedicated Registered Nurse to serve as the Head of Department (HOD), General Ward.


• The successful candidate will provide strong clinical and administrative leadership within the General Ward, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, compassionate, and patient-centred nursing care while supervising staff and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical and administrative leadership for the General Ward.


• Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the performance of nurses, nurse assistants, and other assigned staff.


• Prepare and monitor the departmental duty roster to ensure adequate staffing and proper coverage.


• Ensure that patients receive high-quality, safe, and compassionate nursing care.


• Monitor patients' conditions and ensure timely escalation of changes or emergencies to the appropriate medical personnel.


• Ensure proper administration of medications and treatments in accordance with prescriptions and hospital protocols.


• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient care and nursing activities.


• Conduct regular ward rounds and monitor compliance with nursing standards and hospital policies.


• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control measures.


• Identify staff training needs and support continuous professional development within the department.


• Monitor the use, maintenance, and availability of ward equipment and supplies.


• Promote effective communication and teamwork among staff and other hospital departments.


• Address patient and staff concerns appropriately and escalate unresolved matters to Management.


• Prepare and submit departmental reports as required.


• Participate in hospital meetings, trainings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.


• Enforce professionalism, discipline, ethical practice, and confidentiality within the department.


• Serve as a link between the General Ward staff, Nursing Supervisor, Human Resources Department, and Management.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.


• Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.NSc.).


• Valid and current Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) practising licence.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification nursing experience/ NYSC experience.


• Previous experience in a General Ward, Medical/Surgical Ward, or similar clinical setting.


• Previous supervisory or HOD experience is highly desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and staff management skills.


• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.


• Strong knowledge of general nursing and patient care practices.


• Good understanding of public health and infection prevention principles.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Strong administrative, organizational, and documentation skills.


• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve workplace challenges professionally.


• Ability to work effectively under pressure.


• Strong commitment to teamwork, ethical practice, patient safety, and quality healthcare delivery.


• Good computer and report-writing skills.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

• Responsible and accountable.


• Compassionate and patient-focused.


• Professional and respectful.


• Firm but approachable in leadership.


• Organized and proactive.


• Committed to staff development and continuous improvement.


• Able to lead by example.

Remuneration

• An attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and responsibilities.