Qualifications

· Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).

· Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSc Nursing) or equivalent from a recognized institution.

· Postgraduate qualification or specialized certification in Critical Care Nursing, Cardiology, or a related field is a significant advantage.

· Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are highly desirable.

Experience

· Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive nursing experience in a critical care setting (ICU/CCU).

· Proven expertise in managing critically ill patients with complex cardiac conditions (e.g., myocardial infarction, heart failure, arrhythmias).

· Demonstrated competence in advanced procedures, invasive monitoring, and emergency response.

· Experience in mentoring junior staff or providing clinical leadership is essential.

· Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, pathophysiology, and critical care pharmacology.

· Proficiency in interpreting hemodynamic data and cardiac rhythms.

Clinical Care & Patient Management

· Conduct comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including continuous monitoring of vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic parameters.

· Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized, evidence-based care plans.

· Administer complex medications and treatments, including vasoactive drugs, anticoagulants, sedatives, and advanced intravenous therapies.

· Perform and assist with advanced procedures such as ventilator management, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, defibrillation, cardioversion, and point-of-care ultrasound.

· Provide expert post-operative care to ensure optimal recovery and early detection of complications.

· Respond promptly to medical emergencies, initiating and leading advanced life support (ACLS) measures, including CPR.

Leadership & Team Supervision

· Assist in the rapid evaluation of patients to determine the severity of conditions and prioritize care.

· Collaborate closely with intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, and allied health professionals to develop and implement holistic patient care plans.

· Communicate effectively and with empathy to patients and their families, providing clear explanations of conditions, treatments, and prognoses.

· Serve as a key liaison between the ICU/CCU and other hospital departments to coordinate care and ensure seamless patient transitions.

· Participate actively in multidisciplinary rounds, handovers, and case review discussions.

Governance, Safety & Compliance

· Mentor and support junior residents, medical students, and allied health professionals under supervision.

· Ensure strict compliance with all hospital policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards, including infection control and medication safety.

· Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient documentation in accordance with legal and professional requirements.

· Participate in clinical audits, incident reporting, root cause analysis, and risk management activities to continuously improve care quality and patient safety.

· Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality regarding all patient and organizational information

Quality Improvement & Education

· Perform routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining of tissue sections.

· Contribute to unit-based and hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes.

· Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical guidelines and protocols.

· Engage in continuous professional development to remain at the forefront of critical care and cardiac nursing practices.

· Contribute to the education of peers and junior staff through bedside teaching, in-services, and simulation drills.