Staff Nurse

Staff Nurse

Location: Utako Phase 2, Abuja

Industry: Healthcare

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 3 – 5 Years

Salary: ₦300,000 – ₦400,000 Monthly

Role Overview

The Staff Nurse will play a critical clinical support role within diagnostic imaging and outpatient services. The role involves patient preparation, clinical assessment, intravenous cannulation, and support during imaging and outpatient procedures .

The nurse will work closely with radiographers, the Resident Medical Officer (RMO), and outpatient clinic teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery .

This is a hands-on, patient-facing role requiring strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to respond promptly to medical needs and emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Preparation for Imaging
• Prepare patients for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Conduct pre-scan safety checks including identification, consent, and screening
• Ensure patients are properly positioned, informed, and comfortable
• Collaborate with radiographers to ensure smooth patient flow
• Cannulation & Clinical Procedures
• Perform intravenous cannulation for contrast imaging studies
• Ensure safe administration of contrast in line with clinical protocols
• Monitor patients during and after contrast procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation of all clinical interventions
• Clinical Assessment & Patient Safety
• Conduct clinical assessments to identify risks or contraindications prior to procedures
• Recognize and respond promptly to deteriorating or unwell patients
• Initiate immediate care and escalate to the Resident Medical Officer (RMO) when required
• Support basic life support (BLS) and emergency response procedures
• Support to Radiographers
• Assist radiographers during imaging procedures where necessary
• Ensure efficient coordination between nursing and radiography teams
• Support patient flow management to reduce delays and improve efficiency
• Support to RMO & Outpatient Clinics
• Assist the RMO in clinical assessments and patient management
• Support outpatient clinic operations, including observations and basic care tasks
• Ensure clinic rooms are properly prepared and stocked
• Infection Control & Clinical Governance
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control protocols
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and clinical safety
• Ensure compliance with all clinical governance and regulatory standards
• Documentation & Record Keeping
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical records
• Document patient assessments, procedures, and incidents
• Ensure proper handover communication between shifts and departments
• Patient Experience & Care
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care at all times
• Clearly explain procedures and reassure patients
• Address patient concerns appropriately and escalate when necessary

Qualifications & Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with valid practicing licence from the relevant regulatory body
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years clinical experience
• Experience in acute care or diagnostic imaging settings is an added advantage
• Competence in intravenous cannulation and patient assessment
• Strong understanding of clinical safety protocols

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Competence in emergency response and patient stabilization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• High attention to detail and patient safety
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary within healthcare industry standards
• Opportunity to work in a modern diagnostic and outpatient environment
• Exposure to advanced imaging and clinical support systems
• Professional growth and continuous learning opportunities

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:

hiring@mysigma.io

Subject Line: Staff Nurse – Abuja Diagnostic Centre