Job for an Oncology Nurse in a Medical Hospital in Lagos

Sigma Consulting Group - Our client, a Medical Hospital in Lagos is recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Oncology Nurse Location: Lagos Job Description

• We are looking for a Oncology Nurse who are specialized in providing care and treatment to patients with cancer. You will work with physicians as a part of interdisciplinary teams to care for cancer patients in hospitals or clinics.

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
• Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies
• Assist surgeons during operations
• Supervise and train LPNs and nursing assistants
• Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
• Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
• Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
• Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
• Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)

• Proven experience as a registered nurse
• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of emergency care
• Responsible and compassionate
• Outstanding organizational and multitasking skills
• Patient with excellent problemsolving skills
• BSc or other diploma from a Nursing program
• Valid nursing license
• Indepth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills