Nephrology Nurse (Double Qualified)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate vital signs, fluid balance status, weight, laboratory values, and physical symptoms before, during, and after treatments.
• Initiate, monitor, and terminate hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis procedures, and manage continuous renal replacement therapy CRRT in critical care settings.
• Cannulate and manage arteriovenous AV fistulas, grafts, and central venous dialysis catheters using strict aseptic
• Deliver specialized medications such as erythropoiesis-stimulating agents and electrolytes and manage complications related to kidney failure.
• Counsel patients on renal diets, fluid restrictions, treatment options, transplantation, and long-term disease management.
• Work alongside renal physicians, dietitians, social workers, and transplant coordinators.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, incident reports, and adherence to hospital standard operating procedures SOPs and infection control rules.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse RN or Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife RN/RM.
• Possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing B.Sc. / BNSC
• Valid practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria NMCN
• 3 to 5 years of proven clinical experience working in a dedicated renal or dialysis unit.
• Sound working knowledge in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record EMR systems
• Proficiency in Basic Life Support BLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS, and operating hemodialysis equipments
• The ideal candidate must be a member of the relevant professional bodyNigeria Association of Nephrology Nurses NANNO
• Possess high emotional intelligence, strong communication skills, crisis management under stress, and patience.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and scanned copies of all relevant academic and professional credentials to: dcstvinhosphr@gmail.com 

Or
Forward physical Applications to the address below: 
The Human Resources Office,
Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent De Paul Hospital,
Plot 501 Cadastral Zone, F01,
Kubwa, Abuja, FCT.