Nurse Manager (Jurong West)

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore seeks a Nurse Manager to ensure high-quality care for residents. The role involves managing nursing staff, developing care plans, and ensuring compliance with nursing standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Nursing and relevant experience in a nursing home setting.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role within a nursing home or geriatric ward.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personalized, cost-effective care by nursing staff.
• Oversee the effective running of the assigned ward/department.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Advanced Diploma in Nursing

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

NTUC Health Co-operative Limited (NTUC Health) is an NTUC social enterprise that provides a comprehensive and integrated suite of quality and affordable health and eldercare services to meet the growing needs of families and their dependents. Building on more than four decades of experience and expertise, NTUC Health is among the largest senior day care, nursing home, and home personal care providers in Singapore. It also offers other services for seniors such as an active ageing hub, senior activity centres, community support for vulnerable seniors, and a sheltered/senior group home. Additionally, it runs a chain of dental clinics and a family medicine clinic.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Role Summary: The Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring personalized, and cost-effective care is provided by nursing staff to residents in accordance with the established policies and procedures, standards of nursing care, and practices. The Nurse Manager oversees the effective and efficient running of the assigned ward/department.

Quality & Safe Care Delivery

• Plan, coordinate, and develop work processes in compliance with all nursing standards as stipulated by the Singapore Nursing Board and in accordance with the Licensing Terms and Conditions of the Nursing Homes and Enhanced Nursing Home Standards (ENHS).
• Ensure smooth collation and reporting of CQI.
• Ensure written policies, procedures, and work processes as directed by the Nursing Office, with reference to the Nursing SOPs, are available and up to date to guide the provision of care.
• Facilitate implementation of policies, procedures, and care pathways in the nursing home.
• Ensure all documentation related to resident care management is accurate and current, including investigations, analysis, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (AHP, MSW, Care Concierge) to develop individualized, function-focused care plans for residents.
• Address feedback or concerns raised by residents and family members promptly.
• Provide nursing advice on the clinical care of complex cases referred by staff and monitor progress.
• Participate in monthly Nurse Leaders' Meetings (NLM), RCD Quality Assurance Committee (QAC), and Product Evaluation Committee (PEC).

Staff Management

• Ensure appropriate skill mix and adequate manpower for all shifts and service types.
• Oversee the team of RNs, ENs, NAs, CCAs, and HAs under her/his charge.
• Create a work environment conducive to high performance and job satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to manage dormitory facilities, enforce rules, support cross-cultural living among staff, and manage staff relations.

Quality Education and Staff Development

• Schedule internal structured training for staff.
• Arrange external training sessions (e.g., BCLS/AED) with partners such as pharmacists, dieticians, and doctors.
• Maintain training records and submit to My HR.
• Ensure staff meet required competencies, with records up-to-date, assessed by Nurse Managers.
• Promote evidence-based nursing practices and care delivery.
• Stay updated on current nursing and healthcare practices.
• Manage budget and resources efficiently.

Work Location: Jurong West Nursing Home

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Advanced Diploma in Nursing (advantageous)
• Valid practising certificate issued by the SNB
• Valid BCLS certification
• Preferably 2-3 years of experience in a similar role within a nursing home or geriatric ward

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - NTUC Health.