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Head Of Nurses (General Ward Department) at St Dominic Catholic Hospital
St Dominic Catholic Hospital
October 1, 2026
Full-time
On-site
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.
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.