Job Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the professional nursing care of all residents under her charge by overseeing daily operations and ensuring shifts are adequately staffed.
- Utilises a holistic and multifaceted approach to plan and execute care to meet residents’ care needs and ensure that the Home’s nursing services meet and adhere to regulations and licensing requirements.
- Liaise between the Nursing department and medical practitioners, dietitian and pharmacists as needed to help facilitate residents’ care.
- Deputise in the absence of the Nurse Manager and act as a resource person for Staff Nurses and below within the Nursing department.
- Assist the Nurse Manager in coordinating and facilitating nursing care services according to established standards in the management of residential care units. Evaluate resident care activities and recommend improvements.
- Plan and schedule daily work for nursing staff and work with the Nurse Manager to determine staffing requirements and shift schedules.
- Educate and supervise the conduct of correct nursing practices and high service standards, and guide nurses in providing quality care to ensure residents’ satisfaction and safety.
- Monitor performance of all categories of staff from Staff Nurses and below and provide feedback to the Nurse Manager.
- Monitor and evaluate nursing workflows, systems, and processes to bring about safe, competent, compassionate, and holistic care.
- Coordinate and oversee induction and orientation programs for new staff, promoted or re-designated staff to meet role and work requirements of the job. Induct new staff personally if required.
- Conduct performance appraisals and counselling of staff on unprofessional conduct and practices.
- Supervise and provide clinical guidance to the healthcare team by being actively involved in direct resident care.
- Identify and present resident care issues for professional transdisciplinary discussions at clinical conferences and other platforms.
- Conduct nursing rounds to identify clinical and service issues with the aim of addressing and closing gaps in care.
- Communicate and collaborate with intra- and inter-departmental staff, residents, and relatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in health-related subject or equivalent / Post-basic certificate / Advanced Diploma in a Nursing specialty / Graduate of a Diploma in Nursing Programme, recognised by Singapore Nursing Board.
- At least two years of working experience in a similar position in a medium or large-sized Nursing Home; or at least 6 years or more of nursing experience as a Senior Staff Nurse in an acute or community hospital.
- Possess State Registered Nurse license.
- Valid Practising License with Singapore Nursing Board.
- Possess interpersonal skills and be passionate about working with the elderly.
Interested candidates can write in to Ann at anngoh@recruitexpress.com.sg
Contact:
Ann Goh Xin Ting
R1875289
Recruit Express Pte Ltd
E.A License: 99C4599
Work Schedule:
5 days office hours
Salary Range:
$3,800 - $4,700