MATRON (DOUBLE QUALIFIED RN/RM) AT CYPRESSHILL HOSPITAL | MATRON JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Cypresshill Hospital is your second-to-none multispecialist resource for high quality medical care.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-caliber Chief Nursing Officer & Lead Midwife to provide strategic and operational leadership to our nursing department. This dual-mandate role requires a seasoned clinician who can manage a diverse nursing team while providing expert, hands-on obstetric and neonatal care. As the primary custodian of International Patient Safety Goals (IPSG), you will work directly with the Medical Director to set the standard for clinical excellence. If you have 6+ years of experience in high-volume maternity and general nursing environments and a passion for mentoring the next generation of caregivers, we invite you to lead our team.

Requirements:

1. Clinical Governance & Nursing Leadership

• Departmental Coordination: Direct the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring optimal staffing, resource allocation, and adherence to Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Safety & Quality Standards: Maintain a "zero-compromise" approach to IPSG compliance and infection control protocols.

• Continuous Medical Education (CME): Organize and lead weekly nursing CMEs to ensure the team remains at the cutting edge of clinical practices and medical technology.

2. Advanced Obstetric & Maternal Care

• Comprehensive Midwifery: Provide end-to-end prenatal and postnatal care, including complex screening tests and postpartum recovery monitoring.

• Labor Management: Oversee the labor process, providing expert guidance on pain management options and ensuring maternal and fetal well-being.

• Risk Mitigation: Expertly identify high-risk pregnancies and facilitate immediate referrals to relevant consultants or medical specialists.

3. Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration & Patient Care

• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with the Medical Director, Consultants, and HMO Officers to streamline patient journeys and improve the quality of healthcare delivery.

• Clinical Records Integrity: Ensure the maintenance of accurate, complete, and legally defensible healthcare records and reports.

• Active Patient Management: Administer medications, monitor for side effects, record vital signs, and order necessary diagnostic tests to support physician treatment plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years of progressive working experience in a reputable hospital setting, with significant experience in both general nursing and midwifery.

• Credentials: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Midwife (RM) licenses. Additional certifications in Nursing Administration or Public Health are a plus.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to provide training and guidance for junior colleagues and nursing students.

• Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm and decisive during obstetric emergencies or clinical escalations.

• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in interpreting diagnostic results and monitoring changes in patient conditions.

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills for liaising with consultants, admin teams, and HMO representatives.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: info@cypresshillhospitals.com using the position as subject of email.