Posted on: Sun 01-09-2019

Summit Orthopaedics is a start up company dedicated to providing cutting edge solutions to bone and joint problems.

We are recruiting to fill the position below

Job Description

We are looking for a competent Nurse to assist surgeons during operations and keep the operating room sterile at all times.

They need to possess phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of operation procedures and patient safety.

Being compassionate and sensitive is a prerequisite for the profession. The ideal candidate goes one step further by being a critical thinker, fast to act in emergencies.

Responsibilities

Assess patients prior to surgery (e.g. NPO status) and alleviate their concerns

Gather all supplies needed for the operation

Assume responsibility of keeping the operating room sterilized

Position and prepare patient on operating table

Pass medical instruments or other objects to the surgeon during operation

Monitor patient’s vital signs to detect anomalies

Evaluate patient in postoperative phases

Adhere to safety standards and precautions

Assume duties within or out of the sterile field as assigned

Assessing patients prior to surgery and alleviating their concerns

Communicate with physicians, LPNs, radiologists and other medical professionals

Track and maintain medical supply inventory along with other staff members.

Full-time role will include providing a full range of duties including:

Proven experience as operating room nurse (circulating and scrub)

Excellent knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques

Solid understanding of patient safety and precautions

In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures

Outstanding organizational ability

A great team player with excellent communication skills

Cool tempered with emotional and physical stamina.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree/HND

Other Requirements: Resident in Lagos, preferably Egbeda.

Application Closing Date

September 22nd, 2019.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the "Job Title" as subject of the email.

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