Abuja:The National President of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Mr. Haruna Mamman, has called on nurse anaesthetists to embrace innovations and global best practices to enhance patient safety and healthcare outcomes. He made this statement at the 18th National Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigeria Association of Nurse Anaesthetists (NANA), held alongside its 9th National Delegates Conference.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the theme of the conference was ‘Adoption of Innovations in Anaesthesia to Enhance Patient Safety and Satisfaction’. Mamman praised nurse anaesthetists for upholding global standards and urged them to apply the knowledge gained from the conference to improve their practice and patient outcomes.
Mamman emphasized the importance of maintaining the human touch in nursing, including empathy and patient-centered care. He highlighted the need for continuous professional development and unity within the profession, advocating for integrity and service to humanity.
Comrade Jama Medan, FCT Chairman of NANNM, also spoke, stressing the indispensable role of nurse anaesthetists in surgical services, emergency care, and the management of critically ill patients. He noted the challenges the professionals face, such as manpower shortages and inadequate recognition, urging for better recruitment and career advancement efforts.
Medan acknowledged NANNM’s efforts in improving welfare through negotiations, which have increased the call duty allowance. He pointed out that ongoing negotiations aim to further address welfare concerns and improve conditions for nurse anaesthetists. Medan also commended the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria for its initiative to transition nurse anaesthesia education to university-based postgraduate programs.