Nurse Counsellor

Assurance Pcn Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Singapore is looking for a Registered Nurse to coordinate diabetic foot screening services and provide patient education on Healthier SG. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Nursing and be registered with the Singapore Nursing Board. They should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, be fluent in English, Chinese, and a local dialect, and have experience in mental health. This role also involves working closely with general practitioners and ensuring quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health and chronic disease management will be an advantage.
• Experience in healthcare or social services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and Schedule Diabetic Foot Screening Services and Nurse Counselling Services.
• Assist in implementation and educating patients on Healthier SG.
• Work closely with GPs to manage identified patients their community services.
• Monitor the quality of care provided by GPs and primary care professionals.
• Assist in data collection for quality improvement projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Clinical judgement

Education

Diploma or degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and Schedule Diabetic Foot Screening Services, Diabetic Retinal Photography and Nurse Counselling Services
• Assist in implementation and educating patients on Healthier SG and benefits
• To work closely with the GPs to manage identified patients who need support and referral to community services
• Tracks, Monitors and follows up on the quality of care provided by GPs and other Primary care professionals and to ensure maintenance of good clinical care
• Assists GPs in extraction and submission of data and other relevant administrative work
• Involve in the PCN planning team to ensure smooth coordination within PCN
• Has experience conducting screening and provide comprehensive health education to patients with chronic conditions
• Ability to assess patient’s medication compliance, social history, current lifestyle and dietary habits
• Has the ability to provide good clinical judgement, provide patient care in line with work instructions and protocols
• Assist in data collection for quality improvement projects
• Willing to work on Saturdays when required
• Perform any other task assigned by PCN leader or Supervisor

Job Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board
• Experience in mental health and chronic disease management will be an advantage
• Experience in healthcare or social services
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Has a positive attitude and a good team player
• Fluent in English, Chinese and a local dialect to communication with senior citizens