Community Nurse | Day Care | 5 Days | Up to $4k | Multiple locations - 4769

THE SUPREME HR ADVISORY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Community Nurse in Singapore to provide care for the elderly in various locations. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating care, conducting assessments, and educating patients. Applicants should hold a Diploma in Nursing with at least 2 years of relevant experience and must have valid certifications. Competitive salary offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing + SNB Full Registered required.
• Advance Diploma in Geriatrics, Medical-Surgical, Chronic Disease Management preferred.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Plan, co-ordinate, integrate and facilitate care for elderly in the community.
• Conduct assessments and perform clinical procedures as required.
• Provide clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical procedures

Infection control

Patient education

Leadership

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Advance Diploma in Geriatrics

Valid BCLS & AED certification

Job description

Community Nurse | Day Care | 5 Days | Up to $4k | Multiple locations

• Basic - $2700 - $4000
• Working Hours – 5Days | 44hrs/week (3 shift – No Overnight Shift)
• Location – Jurong West (Pioneer / Lakeside), Bedok, Geylang, Tampines, Pasir Ris

Job Description

The Community Nurse will plan, co-ordinate, integrate and facilitate care for elderly in the community. Conduct assessments and perform clinical procedures as required. Work alongside the Nurse Manager to provide on the job training and competency assessment for all care staff, nursing staff, care coordinators, etc

Patient care management

• Assess and take comprehensive history of patients.
• Perform physical examination of patients.
• Develop and implement plan of care.
• Perform follow-up review of patients ; coordinate and evaluate care using appropriate care plans.
• Perform procedures which are within the scope of duties.

Patient education

• Provide specialised patient education / caregiver training.
• Implement and coordinate individualised and group learning programmes with patients/caregivers.
• Evaluate effectiveness of patient education; perform health education and discharge teaching to patients/families/caregivers.
• Communicate treatment plan with patients/ families.

Infection control

• Practise standard precautions when in contact with patients.
• Assist in monitoring and upholding of infection control practices e.g. standard precautions and hand hygiene.
• Educate patients and relatives on infection control awareness and practice.

Staff training & development

• Provide clinical guidance and direction to Junior Enrolled Nurses, Nursing Aides and Care Associates in the delivery of patient care.

Continuous professional development

• Maintain a high level of professional self-development through training, supervision, learning and research, linked to continuing registration requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing + SNB Full Registered
• Advance Diploma in Geriatrics, Medical-Surgical, Chronic Disease Management, Community Health preferred
• Valid BCLS & AED certification/recertification
• At least 2 years' experience nursing experience in Singapore
• Knowledge in community care