Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant

Location: Utako Phase 2, Abuja

Industry: Healthcare

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 3 – 5 Years

Salary: ₦200,000 – ₦350,000 Monthly

Role Overview

The Nursing Assistant provides essential support to nurses, radiographers, and outpatient teams to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care delivery.

The role focuses on patient preparation, basic clinical assistance, infection control, and supporting efficient service delivery within a fast-paced diagnostic and outpatient environment.

This is a hands-on role requiring compassion, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to patient care and safety .

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Preparation & Support
• Assist in preparing patients for imaging and outpatient procedures
• Escort patients between waiting areas, clinics, and imaging rooms
• Support patients with changing, positioning, and comfort needs
• Provide reassurance and basic explanations to patients
• Support to Nursing & Radiography Teams
• Assist nurses and radiographers with patient flow and preparation
• Prepare and reset rooms before and after procedures
• Ensure availability of consumables and clinical supplies
• Support efficient turnover between patients
• Basic Clinical Support
• Take and record vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, temperature) where trained
• Report any changes or concerns in patient condition to supervising nurse immediately
• Assist with basic clinical tasks under supervision
• Support to RMO & Outpatient Clinics
• Assist in preparing clinic rooms and ensuring readiness for consultations
• Support patient coordination and clinic flow management
• Help ensure timely and efficient clinic operations
• Infection Control & Cleanliness
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of clinical areas and equipment
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control protocols
• Ensure proper disposal of clinical and biohazard waste
• Patient Experience
• Provide a warm, respectful, and supportive environment for all patients
• Assist patients with mobility or special needs where required
• Maintain professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality at all times
• General Support Duties
• Restock clinical supplies and consumables as needed
• Assist with basic administrative and coordination tasks
• Support maintenance of an organized clinical environment

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification in Nursing Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, or Patient Care Assistant from a recognized institution
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years relevant experience in a healthcare setting
• Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, or diagnostic centre is highly preferred
• Basic knowledge of patient care and clinical support procedures
• Familiarity with infection prevention and control standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered attitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• High level of professionalism and integrity

What We Offer

• Competitive salary within industry standards
• Opportunity to work in a structured diagnostic healthcare environment
• Exposure to clinical operations and patient care pathways
• Career development opportunities within healthcare support services

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:

hiring@mysigma.io

Subject Line: Nursing Assistant – Abuja