Enrolled Nurse II (ECT)

National Healthcare Group Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to provide essential patient care, promote a therapeutic environment, and assist in the delivery of care. The ideal candidate must hold an Enrolled Nursing Certificate and be registered with the Singapore Nursing Board. Commitment to infection control and patient education is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Enrolled with the Singapore Nursing Board.
• Demonstrate competence in performing nursing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care and promote a therapeutic environment.
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist in treatment plans and monitor vital signs.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Infection control

Education

Enrolled Nursing Certificate / National Certificate in Nursing / Midwifery

Job description

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The Enrolled Nurse is responsible for providing basic care, promoting a therapeutic environment, and assisting the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of care for patients under the direction and guidance of the Nurse Clinician and Registered Nurses.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate understanding, knowledge, accountability, and responsibility of the legal obligations for nursing practice.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and legible documentation and records.
• Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for delegated care within scope of practice and level of competence.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect patient’s right to dignity, autonomy, and access to information.
• Escalate and discuss ethical issues and concerns with RN.
• Respect the values, customs, spiritual beliefs, and practices of individuals and groups.

Perform treatment and attend to other medical orders according to hospital policy.

• Accompany patients to other departments for treatment/admission.
• Perform simple dressing, venipuncture, Electrocardiogram (ECG), oral/Nasopharyngeal swabbing, and other nursing procedures when required.
• Demonstrate competence in skills, knowledge, and attitude in the care of vulnerable patients, including those undergoing Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or clinics.
• Perform close monitoring of patients undergoing pre-ECT, during ECT, and post-ECT procedures.
• Conduct patient/family education and prepare patients physically and mentally prior to procedures and treatments in ECT or clinics.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of Neurostimulation Service after each ECT session.
• Demonstrate competence in performing patient and family education and discharging patients after ECT treatment.
• Practice strict infection control standards in the delivery of patient care.

Participate in the implementation of treatment plans and nursing care plans.

• Observe, check, monitor, and record vital signs of patients, reporting any changes or pertinent information to the Registered Nurse.
• Review the effectiveness of interventions, including patient responses to medication.
• Assist in making arrangements with patients’ families for reviews.
• Carry out doctor’s orders, notify families, and send OPS referrals to patients under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Notify patients/caregivers of follow-up appointments at other RH SOCs.
• Facilitate the triage process for ADHD referrals, email ADHD triage forms to the doctor in charge, and notify patients of appointments and consultation charges.
• Practice strict infection control standards in patient care.

Requirements:

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Enrolled Nursing Certificate / National Certificate in Nursing / Midwifery
• Enrolled with the Singapore Nursing Board

About IMH:

The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital located in Buangkok Green Medical Park. It provides comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, and plays a key role in training mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.