Cardiac ICU Nurse Port Harcourt

Ascentech Services Limited is the most sought-after Human Resource Solution Provider with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We have a reputation for satisfying and surpassing clients' expectations through our core offerings:  Recruitment and Selection, Outsourcing, Training and Development. To accomplish these we leverage creating and managing change in organizations by improving efficiency through our proven and dynamic HR solutions. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Cardiac ICU Nurse 

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking experienced and highly skilled Cardiac ICU Nurses to provide specialized critical care to patients before and after cardiac surgery and other complex cardiovascular procedures. The successful candidates will provide continuous monitoring, advanced nursing interventions, medication management, and coordinated multidisciplinary care for critically ill cardiac patients in line with international standards and evidence-based practice.

Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients in the Cardiac ICU. Continuously monitor and assess cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and haemodynamic status. Care for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, invasive monitoring, and advanced life-support interventions. Safely administer medications, vasoactive agents, anticoagulants, and other prescribed therapies. Monitor and manage postoperative cardiac surgery patients requiring ventilatory and haemodynamic support. Recognize and respond promptly to clinical deterioration and cardiac emergencies. Assist with emergency resuscitation and advanced life-support interventions. Monitor drains, lines, catheters, wounds, and other postoperative devices. Maintain accurate and timely nursing and clinical documentation. Provide patient and family education and emotional support. Collaborate with cardiac surgeons, anaesthetists, intensivists, perfusionists, and other multidisciplinary team members. Maintain strict infection prevention and control practices. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and accreditation readiness. Support the implementation of ICU protocols, clinical pathways, and patient safety initiatives.

BNSc, RN, or equivalent recognized nursing qualification. Valid nursing registration and practising licence. Minimum 3 years of ICU/Critical Care Nursing experience, with Cardiac ICU experience highly desirable. Experience caring for postoperative cardiac surgery patients is strongly preferred. Competence in advanced patient monitoring, mechanical ventilation, haemodynamic monitoring, and emergency response. Current BLS and ACLS certification. Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills. Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. Strong commitment to patient safety and evidence-based nursing practice. Open to qualified local and expatriate candidates.

17th August, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the job title as the subject of the email.