[PERM] Nurse Manager (Operating Theatre)

GMP TECHNOLOGIES (S) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare innovation firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and oversee clinical operations. The ideal candidate will have substantial nursing experience, including management in a healthcare setting, and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role offers the opportunity to shape nursing practices in a new hospital environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of post-registration clinical experience, including 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Singapore Registered Nurse.
• Previous nursing management or administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to nursing staff and oversee their development.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure best practices.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of healthcare regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Post-basic qualification in nursing specialty

Job description

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Provide visionary leadership to nursing staff, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and development of nursing personnel, ensuring the highest standards of clinical competence and professionalism.
• Establish clear goals, expectations, and performance metrics for nursing staff, and provide regular feedback and coaching to support their growth and success.

Clinical Oversight

• Collaborate with physicians, allied health professionals, and other department heads to develop and implement evidence-based clinical protocols and standards of care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and best practices in nursing practice, patient safety, and quality improvement.
• Monitor patient outcomes, clinical indicators, and patient satisfaction metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.

Resource Management

• Develop staffing models, nursing schedules, and workflow processes to optimize patient care delivery while maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with supply chain management to ensure adequate availability of medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals to support nursing operations.
• Monitor and manage nursing budgets, identifying opportunities for cost containment and resource optimization.

Quality Improvement

• Lead quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, clinical outcomes, and the patient experience.
• Conduct regular audits, reviews, and performance evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement and implement evidence-based practices.
• Engage nursing staff in quality improvement projects, promoting a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and accountability.

Education and Training

• Develop and implement comprehensive orientation, training, and continuing education programs for nursing staff to ensure competency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to nursing staff, promoting professional growth and development.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and communication to enhance care coordination and clinical outcomes.

Hospital set-up

• Play a key role in the setup and operationalization of nursing services for the new hospital, including staffing plans, workflow design, and policy development.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and facility planners to ensure the integration of nursing units and infrastructure with clinical best practices and patient-centered care models.
• Establish systems and processes for inventory management, equipment procurement, and infection control to support safe and efficient nursing operations from the outset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a recognized training institution as approved by the Singapore Nursing Board and a post-basic qualification in the relevant nursing specialty.
• Singapore Registered Nurse with at least 10 years of post-registration clinical experience, of which 2 years must be in a supervisorial position.
• Previous experience in nursing management or administration, preferably in a startup or expansion setting
• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement methodologies
• Must have operating theatre experience

Please state your availability, current and expected salary in the resume.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

GMP Technologies (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 11C3793 | Eddie Tang | Registration No: R1221129