Tranquil and Quest Medical and Diagnostics (TQMD), Nigeria Limited is a Diagnostics, Radiological, and Surgical Center that provides high-quality services through our highly qualified and dedicated specialists who make use of advanced technology to provide world-class medical investigative services.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Perioperative Nurse
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Job Overview
- We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Perioperative Nurse to join our surgical team.
- This role is essential in ensuring safe, sterile, and efficient surgical procedures—before, during, and after operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare the operating theatre and instruments prior to surgical procedures.
- Assist the surgical team during operations by passing instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and monitoring the patient’s condition.
- Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative nursing care.
- Ensure all surgical instruments and equipment are cleaned, sterilized, and properly maintained.
- Monitor inventory of surgical supplies and communicate shortages to appropriate departments.
- Maintain detailed and accurate surgical and patient records in line with hospital protocols.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families about procedures, recovery, and post-op care.
- Adhere strictly to infection control, safety, and quality assurance policies.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other healthcare staff to ensure smooth operation flow.
- Respond swiftly and appropriately to surgical emergencies or complications.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) qualification from an accredited institution.
- Post-basic certification in Perioperative Nursing (mandatory).
- Valid practicing license with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
- Minimum of 3 years perioperative nursing experience in a recognized hospital or surgical facility.
- In-depth knowledge of operating theatre procedures, infection control, and patient safety standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking under pressure.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Hold a valid perioperative nursing license, and demonstrate excellence in patient care, surgical support, and teamwork.
Key Skills:
- Surgical instrument handling
- Sterile technique & infection prevention
- Patient preparation & post-op recovery care
- Emergency response & crisis management
- Equipment sterilization & theatre preparation
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Communication and teamwork.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@tranquilandquest.org.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.