Departments available: HOME CARE/DAY CARE Discipline: Geriatric
Working Hours: HOME CARE/DAY CARE: Mon-Fri, Office Hours
Job Scope:
Patient care management
Assess and take comprehensive history of patients under her charge.
Perform physical examination of patients under his/her charge.
Develop and implement plan of care.
Perform follow-up review of patients under his/her charge; coordinate and evaluate care using appropriate care plans.
Perform procedures which are within the scope of duties.
Patient education
Provide specialised patient education / caregiver training.
Implement and coordinate individualised and group learning programmes with patients/caregivers.
Evaluate effectiveness of patient education; perform health education and discharge teaching to patients/families/caregivers.
Communicate treatment plan with patients/ families.
Infection control
Practise standard precautions when in contact with patients.
Assist in monitoring and upholding of infection control practices e.g. standard precautions and hand hygiene.
Educate patients and relatives on infection control awareness and practice.
Staff training & development
Provide clinical guidance and direction to Junior Enrolled Nurses, Nursing Aides and Care Associates in the delivery of patient care.
Continuous professional development
Maintain a high level of professional self-development through training, supervision, learning and research, linked to continuing registration requirements.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements:
Min Diploma in Nursing
Advance Diploma in Geriatrics, Medical-Surgical, Chronic Disease Management, Community Health preferred
Holds valid practicing certificate with Singapore Nursing Board
Valid BCLS & AED certification/recertification
At least 2 years' experience nursing experience in Singapore
Knowledge in community care
Interested candidates, kindly send a copy of your resume to: jessicafong@recruitexpress.com.sg