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Acting Head of Nursing at Harley and Wall Healthcare and Business Consulting – Lagos
Harley and Wall Healthcare and Business Consulting is recruiting an Acting Head of Nursing in Lagos. The position leads hospital nursing services, workforce planning, quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Direct nursing operations across inpatient wards, accident and emergency, theatre, labour ward and clinics.
- Plan shifts and supervise a workforce of 20–30 nurses and midwives.
- Maintain NMCN, SAFECARE and HEFAMAA standards, including infection prevention and accurate documentation.
- Conduct ward rounds and care audits, and respond to incidents and patient complaints.
- Oversee housekeeping and kitchen support services.
- Coordinate patient flow with consultants, doctors, laboratory, pharmacy and administrative teams.
- Manage staff training, appraisals, performance and disciplinary matters.
- Prepare nursing reports and stock requests, contribute to management meetings and respond to nursing emergencies when on call.
Qualifications and experience
- Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Midwife (RM) credentials, with a BNSc in Nursing.
- Valid 2026 NMCN practising licence and current BLS and ACLS certifications.
- Ten to fifteen years of post-qualification experience, including at least three years as a Ward Manager, PNO or ADNS in a private hospital.
- Previous responsibility for more than 20 nurses.
- Proficiency with EHR/EMR systems, Microsoft Office and staff rostering.
- Effective nursing leadership, communication and service skills for private patients.
- A health management certificate or post-basic qualification in perioperative care, ICU, A&E or paediatrics is an advantage.
- Candidates aged 35–45 are preferred.
Remuneration
Competitive.
How to apply
Send your CV and cover letter by email, using Acting Head of Nursing as the email subject.
Email your application to info@harleyandwallconsulting.com.
Deadline: Not specified; apply as soon as possible.
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About the employer
Harley and Wall Healthcare and Business Consulting is a healthcare consulting business offering medical business education, healthcare management training, health systems strategy and operational improvement services.
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