Dialysis Nurse

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Dialysis Nurse to join our team in Port Harcourt. The role involves delivering comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing haemodialysis in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide nursing care before, during, and after haemodialysis sessions.
• Operate and monitor dialysis machines, responding promptly to any treatment‑related complications.
• Track vital signs, fluid balance, and vascular access, ensuring patient safety throughout the procedure.
• Educate patients on dialysis processes, medication regimens, nutrition, and lifestyle adjustments.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to infection‑prevention and patient‑safety protocols.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid professional licence.
• Relevant dialysis/renal nursing qualification or certification.
• 3–5 years of experience in a haemodialysis unit, preferably in a tertiary or specialist hospital.
• Demonstrated competence in managing AV fistulas, grafts, and dialysis catheters.
• Strong communication and clinical assessment abilities.

Required skills

• Dialysis equipment operation
• Monitoring vital signs
• Fluid balance assessment
• Vascular access management (AV fistulas, grafts, catheters)
• Infection prevention protocols