Perioperative Endoscopy Lead Nurse & Mentor

Fullerton Healthcare Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fullerton Healthcare Group in Singapore seeks an experienced scrub nurse to support the operating team during diverse surgical procedures. You will handle instrumentation, counts, preoperative checks, phlebotomy and IV cannulation, and assist in endoscopic procedures with endoscopes and AER.

The role requires safe handling of instruments, supervision of junior nurses, adherence to MOH and SNB guidelines, and active participation in audits, documentation, infection control, and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a scrub nurse in a variety of surgical procedures.
• Assist the surgical team with correct instrumentation, counts and intraoperative support.
• Coordinate pre-operative checks and support the surgeon during procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy and insert IV cannulation.
• Ensure safe handling and care of surgical instruments and equipment
• Prepare, operate and troubleshoot endoscopes including scopes and AER.
• Assist in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Support safe patient positioning, monitor vital signs, and assist in sedation care as required.
• Clean, disinfect, and store endoscopy equipment according to infection control standards.
• Supervise and mentor junior nurses
• Provide guidance on safe nursing practices and support staff development.
• Lead by example in maintaining nursing standards and quality of care.
• Participate in the orientation and training of new staff.
• Adhere to and promote compliance with clinical protocols, MOH guidelines and SNB standards of practice.
• Participate in audits, root cause analysis and incident reporting.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care, including perioperative and endoscopy records.
• Support infection control, workplace safety and risk management initiatives.
• Assist in the coordination of equipment maintenance and stock management.
• Contribute to nursing-led initiatives, quality improvement and continuing education.

Skills

Scrub nursing

Intraoperative support

Infection control

Patient positioning

Audits & incident reporting

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

Fullerton Healthcare Group in Singapore seeks an experienced scrub nurse to support the operating team during diverse surgical procedures. You will handle instrumentation, counts, preoperative checks, phlebotomy and IV cannulation, and assist in endoscopic procedures with endoscopes and AER.

The role requires safe handling of instruments, supervision of junior nurses, adherence to MOH and SNB guidelines, and active participation in audits, documentation, infection control, and staff training.