Responsibilities:

• Job Summary:
• The Perioperative Nursing Officer is responsible for providing high-quality surgical nursing care
• before, during, and after surgical procedures. The role involves preparing the operating room,
• assisting surgeons, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining sterile conditions. The officer will
• work closely with the surgical team to enhance efficiency and ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Duties & Responsibilities.
• 1.Preoperative Care
• Assess and prepare patients for surgery, including obtaining consent and explaining procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation of patient history, allergies, and preoperative instructions.
• Prepare the operating room with necessary surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Verify and ensure proper functioning of surgical equipment and sterilization of instruments.
• 2.Intraoperative Care
• Assist the surgical team as a scrub or circulating nurse.
• Maintain aseptic techniques to prevent infections.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and respond to intraoperative emergencies
• Ensure accurate handling of surgical instruments, sponges, and other materials
• Coordinate with anesthetists and surgeons to facilitate smooth operations.
• 3Postoperative Care
• Assist in transferring patients to the recovery room and ensure proper handover.
• Monitor patients post-surgery for complications or adverse reactions.
• Provide post-anesthesia care, including pain management and wound care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on postoperative care instructions.
• 4.Infection Control & Patient Safety
• Adhere to infection control policies and standard surgical protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures, incidents, and patient progress.
• Ensure proper disposal of surgical waste and biohazard materials.
• 5.Teamwork & Continuous Improvement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve surgical processes.
• Participate in training, mentorship, and professional development programs.
• Contribute to policy and procedure reviews to enhance theatre operations.

Requirements:

• Professional requirement
• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Perioperative Nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years working in a perioperative nursing environment.
• Must be registered with the t Nursing Council and hold a valid practicing license

Benefits

• Generous vacation package that increases with tenure in addition to sick days, personal days and your birthday off too!
• Strong company culture and happy work environment!