Assistant Nurse Manager

Fullerton Healthcare Group Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fullerton Healthcare Group Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a senior nurse leader to oversee radiology nursing care for patients undergoing imaging procedures. You will ensure safe, high-quality care and mentor staff within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes patient-centred service, continuous quality improvement and compliance with safety standards, with opportunities to lead audits and service delivery initiatives.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Nursing with valid SNB registration.
• Clinical nursing experience in Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging or acute care.
• Competent in IV cannulation, patient monitoring and emergency response.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork and patient-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, high-quality nursing care for radiology patients.
• Perform complex procedures and cannulation where required.
• Prepare, inform and monitor patients before, during and after procedures.
• Manage clinical emergencies and patient escalation.
• Ensure infection control and radiation safety compliance.
• Foster staff development and mentorship.
• Participate in audits, quality initiatives, and accreditation.

Skills

Nursing Leadership

Clinical Supervision

Cannulation

Patient Monitoring

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma/Degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and ensure safe, high-quality nursing care for patients undergoing radiological procedures, including CT, MRI, PET, and other imaging services.
• Perform and support complex clinical procedures, including cannulation where required.
• Ensure patients are appropriately prepared, informed, and monitored before, during, and after procedures.
• Manage and respond to clinical emergencies, adverse reactions, and patient escalation cases.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, radiation safety, and patient safety protocols.

Leadership & Staff Management

• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to Staff Nurses and nursing support staff.
• Support orientation, training, competency assessments, and ongoing professional development of nursing team members.
• Conduct regular performance coaching and support performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and patient-centred work environment.
• Act as a point of escalation for nursing and operational issues in the absence of the Nurse Manager.

Operations & Service Delivery

• Assist in manpower planning, roster management, and allocation of nursing resources to meet operational needs.
• Monitor patient flow and ensure efficient coordination of radiology services.
• Collaborate closely with radiologists, radiographers, nuclear medicine teams, and other multidisciplinary stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support the implementation and review of departmental policies, procedures, and work processes
• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and accreditation activities.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Singapore Nursing Board standards, Ministry of Health regulations, and organizational policies.
• Monitor and investigate clinical incidents, patient feedback, and service recovery opportunities.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
• Promote continuous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within the department.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist in budget monitoring and inventory management of nursing consumables and equipment.
• Support departmental reporting and nursing metrics.
• Participate in departmental meetings, projects, and organizational initiatives.
• Assist the Nurse Manager in achieving departmental KPIs and service excellence goals.

Job Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing with valid SNB registration.
• Relevant clinical nursing experience, preferably in Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging or acute care.
• Competent in IV cannulation, patient monitoring and emergency response.
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience preferred.
• Good communication, teamwork and patient-care skills.