About the Role
The Nigerian Navy is currently seeking highly motivated and qualified Nurses to join our prestigious healthcare corps. Guided by our core vision to maintain a well-trained and professional naval force, we offer a unique and rewarding career path where you can serve your nation while advancing your medical profession. As a Navy Nurse, you will deliver top-tier healthcare services to naval personnel, their families, and communities in various operational and hospital environments across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in military hospitals, clinics, and deployed medical units.
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and maintain accurate patient medical records.
- Collaborate with doctors and other multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies, trauma cases, and critical care situations.
- Promote health education, preventive medicine, and occupational health standards among naval personnel.
- Participate in medical outreach programs and humanitarian missions as assigned by the command.
- Must be a Nigerian citizen with valid means of identification.
- Possess a Single qualification as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Possession of a double qualification or specialty (such as Registered Midwife, Accident and Emergency, Perioperative/Theatre Nursing, Psychiatric, Pediatric, Orthopedic, Ophthalmic, Anesthetic, Public Health, Occupational Health, or Nephrology/Dialysis) is a strong advantage.
- Must possess the West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) or equivalent with at least five credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Health Science, Physics, and Chemistry in not more than two sittings.
- Current practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
- Good physical, mental, and medical health status.
- Competitive salary and structured career progression within the Nigerian Navy.
- Comprehensive medical and healthcare coverage for self and eligible dependents.
- Access to specialized professional development and military training programs.
- Pension scheme and retirement benefits in line with government standards.
- Accommodation and other allowances as applicable to naval personnel.