Head of Department (HOD), GOPD Ward

Job Description

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Department (HOD), GOPDWard Location: Ibadan, Oyo Employment Type: Full-time

• We are seeking an experienced, highly competent, and dedicated Registered Nurse to serve as the Head of Department (HOD), GOPDWard.
• The successful candidate will provide strong clinical and administrative leadership within the GOPDWard, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, compassionate, and patient-centred nursing care while supervising staff and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical and administrative leadership for the GOPDWard.
• Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the performance of nurses, nurse assistants, and other assigned staff.
• Prepare and monitor the departmental duty roster to ensure adequate staffing and proper coverage.
• Ensure that patients receive high-quality, safe, and compassionate nursing care.
• Monitor patients' conditions and ensure timely escalation of changes or emergencies to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Ensure proper administration of medications and treatments in accordance with prescriptions and hospital protocols.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of patient care and nursing activities.
• Conduct regular ward rounds and monitor compliance with nursing standards and hospital policies.
• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control measures.
• Identify staff training needs and support continuous professional development within the department.
• Monitor the use, maintenance, and availability of ward equipment and supplies.
• Promote effective communication and teamwork among staff and other hospital departments.
• Address patient and staff concerns appropriately and escalate unresolved matters to Management.
• Prepare and submit departmental reports as required.
• Participate in hospital meetings, trainings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Enforce professionalism, discipline, ethical practice, and confidentiality within the department.
• Serve as a link between the GOPD ward staff, Nursing Supervisor, Human Resources Department, and Management.

Required Qualifications

Mandatory:

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification.
• Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.NSc.).
• Qualification in Public Health.
• Valid and current Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) practising licence.

Experience

• Minimum of 9 years of post-qualification nursing experience.
• Previous experience in a GOPD Ward, Medical/Surgical Ward, or similar clinical setting.
• Previous supervisory or HOD experience is highly desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
• Strong knowledge of general nursing and patient care practices.
• Good understanding of public health and infection prevention principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage conflicts and resolve workplace challenges professionally.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, ethical practice, patient safety, and quality healthcare delivery.
• Good computer and report-writing skills.

Personal Attributes:

The ideal candidate should be:

• Responsible and accountable.
• Compassionate and patient-focused.
• Professional and respectful.
• Firm but approachable in leadership.
• Organized and proactive.
• Committed to staff development and continuous improvement.
• Able to lead by example.

Salary

N2,400,000 - N3,600,000 annually.

Application Closing Date

30th November, 2026.