Nigeria is ranked 7th among 57 countries classified as facing a critical shortage of health workers, According to health officials, the country has a shortage of 144,000 health workers. The country is ranked second in Africa behind Ethiopia with 152,000. Presently, the country boasts of 240,000 nurses and midwives and by 2030 the country will be needing 471,353 nurses and midwives. Lagos with a population of over 20 million people is facing a huge shortage of qualified nurses. When it comes job opportunities for nurses , Lagos is listed among States in the “high end” class because of the high number and variety of general and specialist health facilities on offer. Statistics from the Healthcare Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency, HEFAMAA, shows that in Lagos, there are 26 registered General Hospitals, 256 public healthcare centers, 2, 886 private hospitals or specialist clinics and laboratories or diagnostic centers in addition to an estimated 160 tradomedical centers.
Who is a Registered Nurse?
A Registered Nurse is a nurse who has graduated from a Nursing program and met the requirements outlined by a country, state, province or similar licensing body to obtain a nursing license. An RN’s scope of practice is determined by legislation, and is regulated by a professional body , In Nigeria that body is Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria a category B parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Health established by Decree No. 89, 1979.
School of Nursing In Lagos State
1. School of Nursing, Igando
Entry Requirements: Interested applicant must possess FIVE (5) CREDIT at not more than two (2) sittings, in the following subjects from from WAEC, NECO or NABTEB;
English Language
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics and
Biology
Age Range: Applicants must not be less than 18 years.
Study Period: Three (3) Years.
How to Apply for Lagos State School of Nursing Igando
The application form can be obtained at the Lagos State College of Nursing, Midwifery and Public Health Nursing, LASU-Isheri Road, Igando (Within the premises of Alimosho General Hospital) upon payment prescribed fees to the Lagos State College of Nursing & Midwifery,
Submit Completed forms with four (4) passport photographs and photocopies of relevant documents (Birth certificate, Testimonial and WASCCE/NECO etc) are to be submitted to the Lagos State College of Nursing, Midwifery and Public Health Nursing Igando on or before set date.The Entrance Examination questions will cover English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, General Knowledge, Current Affairs and Introduction to Nursing.Only successful candidates will be shortlisted for interview
2. School of Nursing, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba
The School of Nursing situated within the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba is an outstanding Nursing Institution that ranks among the top nursing schools in Nigeria. The School which is almost 60 years old can boast of an academic environment which is rich in clinical education, practical learning and innovative research. Its e-library and state of the art simulation laboratory is second to none among Schools of Nursing in Nigeria. With the presence of competent nurse educators and non-teaching staff, it seeks to promote a culture of integrity, trust and mutual respect among staff, colleagues, other health care and allied professionals as well as students.
How to Apply for LUTH School of Nursing Admission.
To apply for the application form please read the following guidelines carefully:
Applicants are to obtain application code from the Admission Office SON Luth Idiaraba ONLY
From the SON website click on SON Portal button or go to portal.sonluth.com
From the portal home page click on Make Payment button (You need to make payment first before you can complete your form).
Fill in your correct details and select your preferred payment options (Online Payment Through ATM or Payment at the Bank).
If your option is Bank Payment, An RRR code will be generated for payment at the Bank Counter.
After successful payment, proceed to fill the Application Form (Note: that your e-mail and password supplied during payment will be used as your User ID and Password to log into your account).
Upload your passport photograph (Not more than 30KB in JPG or PNG format).
Print your Exam slip and receipt from your account.
Submit a copy of the printed Application Form to School of Nursing, Luth-Idiaraba, Lagos.
APPLICATION FEE: N7,000 (Seven Thousand Naira Only.)
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3. School of Nursing, Military Hospital, Yaba
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Admission Requirements: Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 Credits in their O-Level Result (WAEC, NECO, GCE) which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. A maximum of two sitting is accepted. Candidates with NABTEB can also apply.
Age Limit : Candidates must be between the ages of 17 – 25 years
Duration: 3 Years , Application form is obtained directly from the office of the Registrar on payment of the sum of a non refundable fee of N5,000 Naira only. Completed application forms must be returned to the office of the Registrar on or before specified date. Interview often take the form of written aptitude test, oral interview and screening of Original O-level results.
4. School of Basic Midwifery, Igando
Basic Midwifery Training Programme is an aspect o Nursing and Midwifery Education that prepares students to become professional(Registered) Midwives. The Qualification are accredited and graded by the Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria
Entry Requirement: WASSCE/NECO or its equivalent with Credit in five(5) subjects including English language, Maths, Biology, Physics and Chemistry in not more than 2 sittings.
Age Limit: 17 – 23 YEARS
Duration: 3 YEARS
Method Of Application
Application forms are usually available at Lagos State school of Nursing Complex, LASU-ISHERI Road, Igando (Inside Alimosho General Hospital) from specified date upon payment of prescribed fees, examination questions often cover English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, General Knowledge, Common affairs and Introduction to Midwifery.
5. School of Post Basic Midwifery, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba
LUTH School of Post Basic Nursing Available Programmes & Duration.
Programmes:
Accident & Emergency Nursing
Ophthalmic Nursing
Paediatric Nursing
Perioperative Nursing
Duration: One Year
LUTH Post Basic Nursing Admission Requirements.
Applicants should possess the RN qualification (with or without RM), five (5) credits in WASC/GCE/NECO/GCE induding English Language, Mathematics and Biology at not more than two sittings.
Applicants who qualified from 2006 till date should have credit in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Two years post qualification experience and current practice licence issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria are mandatory for every applicant.
The copies of the completed application forms, two (2) recent passport photographs, photocopies of relevant certificates and practice licence should reach the Administrative Office of the School of Post Basic Nursing not later than specified date
6. Basic Nursing.School of Post Basic Midwifery, Military Hospital, Yaba
hool of Nursing, Military Hospital, Yaba 2019/2020 ADMISSION FORMS ARE ON SALES NOW. The Management of the school hereby inform the general public on the sales of the general Nursing Admission form into the School of Nursing.And also the sales of two (2) years Post Basic Nursing Programme.contact the school Admin. Dr(Mrs) FAITH BALOGUN on 09064255126 for more details on how to purchase the form and register online.
REQUIREMENT FOR THE THREE YEARS GENERAL NURSING PROGRAMMES
GENERAL NURSING PROGRAMME Admission Requirements Candidates for admission into the General Nursing Programme of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria must posses the Senior Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent with five credits to include English Language and either Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science at not more than 2 sittings.
Duration of Training: Three Calendar Years.
Registration Obtainable: Registered Nurse (RN)
POST BASIC NURSING MIDWIFERY PROGRAMME
Admission Requirements: The Candidate must be a Registered Nurse, Five O,Level Credits not more two sittings and must also meet all institutional Requirements.
Duration of Training: Two Calendar Year.
Registration Obtainable: Registered Midwife (RN) or (RM)School of Post Basic A&E Nursing,
LUTH School of Post Basic Nursing Available Programmes & Duration.
Programmes:
Post Basic Training in Accident & Emergency Nursing
Post Basic Training in Ophthalmic Nursing
Post Basic Training in Paediatric Nursing
Post Basic Training Perioperative Nursing
Duration: One Year
LUTH Post Basic Nursing Admission Requirements.
Applicants should possess the RN qualification (with or without RM), five (5) credits in WASC/GCE/NECO/GCE induding English Language, Mathematics and Biology at not more than two sittings.Applicants who qualified from 2006 till date should have credit in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Two years post qualification experience and current practice licence issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria are mandatory for every applicant.
7. School of Post Basic A&E Nursing, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos
Post-Basic Nursing Available Programmes.
Post basic orthopaedic nursing programme
Post basic accident & emergency nursing programme
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months of two (2) Semesters
COURSE: 20 Courses of 40 Credit units in form of lectures etc and 960 hours of Hospital/ Community based Clinical Practice, Tutorials, Practical Demonstrations, Workshop Seminars, Case Studies/ Projects etc.
NOHIL Post-Basic Nursing Admission Entry Requirements.
WASC/GCE, NECO/GCE with credits in relevant subjects, which should include English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics.
Applicants must be registered Nurses (SRN or RN/RM) with Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria and must possess valid and current license to practice.
Applicants with B.Sc. Nursing will have an added advantage.
Candidates must be sponsored for the course. The sponsoring organization will be responsible for the payment of the applicant’s salaries and allowances while in training. Self-sponsored candidates may be considered on merit.
A minimum of one year post registration experience is required.
ACCOMMODATION: The Course is non-residential.
How to Apply for NOHIL Post-Basic Nursing.
DIRECT APPLICATION: Application Forms can be obtained from THE SECRETARIAT DEPARTMENT OF T.S.E.R.S NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL IGBOBI, LAGOSWith payment of non-refundable application fee of Five Thousand Naira Only (N5,000:00)
ON-LINE APPLICATION: Please visit: www.nohlagos.org.ng
MODE OF PAYMENT: For payment online, details are as follows:
Visit remita.net
Click on “pay a federal government agency”
For name of MDAS fill in National Orthopaedic hospital, Igbobi
Services rendered: click on “Others”
Description: Fill in Post Basic Nursing programme
Fill the remaining spaces and click on “proceed to payment”
A code will be generated which will be used to make payment to the bank.
NOHIL Post-Basic Nursing Admission Closing & Interview Dates.
8. School of Psychiatric Nursing, Federal Neuropsychiatric, Yaba.
Entry requirement: Interested candidates must be registered Nurses with at least one year post qualification experience with a valid current license and must possess five (5) Credits at O’Level in the following Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Combination of results should not be more than two (2) sittings of the same examination body.
Method of application:
- Payment of non refundable fee of N10,500 (ten Thousand Five Hundred Naira Only) should be paid to any bank. Log on to www.remita.net
- Click on payment to Federal Government Agency. Type Federal Neuro – Psychiatric Hospital Yaba, on MDA, select service / purpose chose Form, then complete the rest of the page and generate RRR Number for payment to any commercial bank for payment.
- Make a photocopy of the receipt with applicant’s passport on the left hand corner.
- Collect the admission form from the School of Post Basic Psychiatric I Mental Health Nursing.
- Submit completed application form with photocopies of relevant documents (including credentials, photocopy of receipt, and application letter) in a big brown envelope on or before the closing date.
Applicants should bring along writing material and original receipt and examination slip with the certified passport photograph to the entrance examination venue.
