[SANH-A] Enrolled Nurse

ST ANDREW'S MISSION HOSPITAL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse to provide quality care to elderly residents. The role involves supervising care staff, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring residents' emotional well-being. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care, maintain accurate records, and ensure safety standards are adhered to. Candidates should hold a Diploma in Nursing and demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Strong monitoring skills for vital signs with ability to report abnormalities.
• Experience in administering medications under supervision.
• Ability to provide emotional support to elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise care staff for daily nursing activities.
• Administer medications and perform medical procedures.
• Maintain accurate nursing records and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Ensure infection control standards are followed.

Skills

Supervision of Care Staff

Monitoring vital signs

Medication administration

Emergency response

Emotional support provision

Infection control knowledge

Effective communication

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

The Enrolled Nurse (EN) plays a crucial role inproviding quality care to elderly residents. They work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and collaborate with doctors, therapists, and caregivers to ensure residents receive the best possible medical and personal care.

1. Nursing & Clinical Care

• Supervise Care Staff to ensure residents’ good personal hygiene and comfort, with daily nursing care activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility support for residents.
• Monitor and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration) and report abnormalities.
• Administer medications and perform simple medical procedures (e.g., wound dressing, injections) under RN supervision.
• Assist in managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and dementia.
• Respond promptly as First Responder to emergencies and provide basic life support (BLS) if needed.

2. Resident Well-being & Support

• Provide emotional and psychological support to elderly residents.
• Encourage and assist residents in participating in rehabilitation activities and recreational programs.
• Coordinate and arrange the follow up medical check-up and medical appointments for the residents, including transport and escort services

3. Infection Control & Safety

• Maintain infection control standards to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Follow nursing home protocols and guidelines for handling medical waste, hygiene, and fall prevention.

4. Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate nursing records and reports on residents’ conditions and treatments.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, therapists, caregivers, and family members.
• Participate in handover briefings and care planning meetings with the healthcare team.

5. Collaboration & Teamwork

• Assist in training and supervising Healthcare Assistants (HCAs).
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for residents.
• Support Registered Nurses in care planning and execution.