Chronic Illness Patient Educator

Recruit Express Pte Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Chronic Illness Patient Educator (Senior / Staff Nurse) to provide comprehensive care for patients with chronic conditions. The position involves assessing patient needs, delivering evidence-based nursing care, teaching disease self-management, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in diabetes management or related fields, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, empathetic attitude. Interested applicants should submit their resumes via email.

Qualifications

• Post-basic qualification in Diabetes Management and Education or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver evidence-based nursing care for chronic condition patients.
• Teach chronic disease self-management to patients.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Empathetic and team player

Education

Post-basic qualification in Diabetes Management and Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Chronic Illness Patient Educator (Senior / Staff Nurse)

Singapore | Posted: Jan 12, 2026

Job Description:

The nurse works closely with doctors to provide appropriate, comprehensive, and seamless care for patients with chronic conditions. Your role involves:

Nursing Care

• Assess, plan and deliver evidence‑based nursing care for chronic condition patients
• Develop person‑centred care plans addressing bio‑psychosocial needs
• Document care accurately and administer medications safely per protocols

Patient Education & Self‑Management

• Teach chronic disease self‑management (diet, medication adherence, exercise, monitoring techniques)
• Conduct depression, anxiety and functional assessments
• Provide health education and support behaviour change
• Monitor patient progression, track outcomes and recall defaulters
• Support chronic care initiatives and health education programmes
• Assist in developing clinical protocols and patient education materials

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions for complex cases
• Navigate care systems and coordinate with community partners for continuity

Attributes

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Willing to learn and positive attitude
• Proactive and self‑motivated
• Empathetic and team player

Qualifications

• Post‑basic qualification in Diabetes Management and Education, Gerontology, Chronic Disease Management or mental health
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing an added advantage

Interested candidates please submit your resume to [e-mail]