ADMISSION INTO SCHOOL OF POST-BASIC ORTHOPAEDIC NURSING 

2014/2015 SESSION

Application are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the School of Post-Basic Orthopaedic Nursing at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala-Kano. The course is designed for specialized training in Orthopaedic Nursing The duration of the programme is twelve calendar months commencing in November, 2014. 

1. COURSE CONTENTS: 

• Lectures (Theory and Practical demonstrations) 

• Seminars/Conferences/Workshops 

• Case studies and Group presentations 

2. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Applicants must be registered Nurses (SRN) or (RN) with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria 

• Applicant must have five credits in science subjects including English language, mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology 

• A minimum of two years post qualification working experience is required 

• Previous experience of Orthopaedic Nursing is an advantage 

• Candidates must be sponsored for the course. Sponsoring authorities will responsible forthe payment oftheir candidate's salaries and allowances whilst in training. 

ACCOMMODATION

The course is non-residential but limited accommodation is available on first come first serve basis.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Application forms can be obtained from 

The Medical Director 

National Orthopaedic Hospital 

Dala-Kano 

A payment of a non-refundable fee of N5,OOO.00 is made payable to FIRST BANK PlC; Account Number: 2024008617. The bank teller must be tendered before collection of application form. 

5. CLOSING DATE: 

Completed application forms duly endorsed by sponsors together with photocopies of relevant credentials must be forwarded to the Medical Director, National Orthopaedic Hospital. Dala-Kano to reach him not later than May 31st 2014. Candidates should note that there would be a written and oral interview on 17th and 18th June, 2014 starting from 8:30am on each day. 

For further information, applicants should visit our website: www.orthopaedicdala.org 

NOTE: 

A 4-week refresher (update) course for Orthopaedic Nursing Programme is slated for 2nd-27th June, 2014. 

Indicate early your interest to attend by contacting the following numbers: 08054271496,07032775027, and 08065526716. This is for adequate preparations.