Auxiliary Nurse

Responsibilities:

Patient Support & Basic Care:

• Welcome and attend to patients and customers professionally and courteously.
• Assist with basic patient observations and routine health checks as directed by the Pharmacist.
• Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and blood glucose, where appropriately trained and authorized.
• Assist patients with basic enquiries and direct clinical questions to the Pharmacist or appropriate healthcare professional.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.

Support to the Pharmacist:

• Assist the Pharmacist with day-to-day pharmacy operations.
• Support the preparation and organization of prescriptions and pharmacy-related documentation as directed.
• Help maintain an orderly and efficient workflow within the pharmacy.
• Refer medication-related questions, complaints, adverse reactions, and clinical concerns to the Pharmacist.
• Ensure that professional pharmacy decisions and medication dispensing remain under the responsibility of the Pharmacist.

Customer Service:

• Provide friendly, respectful, and professional service to customers.
• Assist customers with locating approved products and provide general non-clinical information within the scope of the role.
• Escalate requests for medical or pharmaceutical advice to the Pharmacist.
• Handle customer concerns professionally and report unresolved issues to the appropriate supervisor.

Pharmacy & Stock Support:

• Assist with receiving, arranging, labeling, and organizing pharmaceutical and healthcare products.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and hygienic storage and work areas.
• Assist with stock checks and report low-stock, damaged, or expired products to the Pharmacist or Inventory Officer.
• Support proper stock rotation and storage procedures.
• Ensure products are handled carefully and according to established procedures.

Records & Documentation:

• Accurately record routine patient observations and other information as required.
• Assist with maintaining pharmacy records and administrative documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information.
• Report unusual incidents, patient concerns, stock discrepancies, or safety issues promptly.

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance:

• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness within the workplace.
• Follow established infection prevention, health, safety, and workplace procedures.
• Handle healthcare materials and equipment responsibly.
• Comply with company policies and instructions from the Pharmacist and management.
• Support a safe, professional, and patient-friendly pharmacy environment.

Requirements:

• Must possess a recognized Auxiliary Nursing qualification/certificate from an appropriate training institution.
• Relevant experience in a pharmacy, hospital, clinic, healthcare centre, or similar environment is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of patient care and routine vital-sign monitoring.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of a Pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, respectful, trustworthy, and patient-focused.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional conduct.
• Basic computer literacy will be an advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Patient Care & Compassion
• Professionalism & Integrity
• Good Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Basic Clinical Support Skills
• Confidentiality
• Reliability & Accountability

Location: Egbelu-Minita, Opposite Jeptha School, East-West Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Remuneration: NGN 70,000 

Application Deadline: 30th September 2026