Head Nurse, Oncology & Haematology
Location: Abuja
Level: GL 4A
Workplace Type: Onsite.
Job Purpose
- The Head Nurse, Oncology & Haematology will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of exceptional, evidence-based, and compassionate nursing care for patients with cancer and blood disorders.
- The role holder will oversee all nursing services within the oncology and haematology directorates, including inpatient wards, day treatment centres, and chemotherapy suites.
- He/ She will foster a patient-centred culture, drive clinical excellence, ensure staff competency in highly specialized care, and align departmental goals with AMCE’s strategic objectives.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement the nursing strategic vision for oncology and haematology services.
- Participate in executive planning and budgeting for departmental resources and expansions.
- Establish and monitor KPIs, and advocate for necessary resources and technology.
Clinical Excellence and Patient Safety:
- Ensure 100% adherence to evidence-based protocols for chemotherapy and hazardous drug safety.
- Lead initiatives to reduce key patient safety incidents and champion infection prevention for immunocompromised patients.
- Integrate palliative care principles early and lead nursing participation in clinical reviews and audits.
Operational Management and Efficiency:
- Manage patient flow and optimize the utilization of day unit chairs and inpatient beds.
- Ensure adequate staffing, skill mix, and on-call coverage for all services.
- Oversee inventory of high-cost supplies and coordinate with pharmacy and biomedical for operational readiness.
Quality Improvement and Accreditation:
- Lead nursing preparation for accreditation and ensure continuous compliance with standards.
- Conduct clinical audits and drive quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes.
- Standardize nursing documentation in the EMR and benchmark quality metrics against international standards.
Clinical Research and Innovation:
- Promote evidence-based practice and facilitate nursing participation in clinical trials.
- Support nurse-led research and lead the adoption of new nursing technologies in cancer care.
- Encourage professional dissemination of knowledge and integrate global best practices into the department.
Data Management and Technology;
- Utilize the EMR and oncology systems to monitor clinical outcomes, safety, and efficiency metrics.
- Generate and analyze reports on nursing indicators to drive performance improvement.
- Champion new technology adoption and ensure accurate documentation for clinical and research purposes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BScN) or equivalent from a recognized institution. Master’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Leadership is a significant advantage.
- OR Diploma in Nursing with extensive post-basic certification in Oncology or Haematology Nursing and proven senior leadership experience.
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid, active nursing license.
- Certification in Oncology Nursing (e.g., OCN, AOCN) or Chemotherapy Administration is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive clinical nursing experience with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role within Oncology and/or Haematology services.
- Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, driving quality improvement initiatives, and managing clinical audits and governance processes.
- Experience in preparing for and maintaining accreditation readiness (e.g., JCI, ONS) and implementing evidence-based clinical pathways.
Must have skills:
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Haematology.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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