Senior Palliative Care Nurse

HCA HOSPICE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking a State Registered Nurse to provide compassionate care for patients with life limiting illnesses. The role involves coordinating care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and acting as a public educator on hospice awareness. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience, a valid nursing certificate, and strong communication skills. This position offers a chance to truly make a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in nursing, preferably in Oncology or Palliative Care.
• Must demonstrate ability to apply nursing theory into practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients of different races.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement care plan for patients with life limiting illnesses.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide seamless care.
• Act as a public educator to raise hospice awareness.

Skills

Strong nursing knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Ability to make clinical judgments

Passion for holistic patient care

Education

State Registered Nurse with valid Practising Certificate

Job description

What you will do

The incumbent coordinates and implements a care plan for the patients with life limiting illnesses referred to HCA. The incumbent must have a strong base of knowledge to act both as a specialist and a generalist nurse. He or She must demonstrate the ability to apply nursing theory into practice. The incumbent is a role model for other nurses, volunteers and caregivers. He or She will also be a public educator to raise hospice awareness.

The incumbent works in collaboration with members of an interdisciplinary team in a setting which provides seamless medical and nursing care, pain and symptom management and compassionate support for their patients and families.

Who you are

• State Registered Nurse with a valid Practising Certificate issued by Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) with at least 3 years of working experience
• Experience in Oncology or Palliative Care will be an advantage
• Nurses with paediatric experience are also welcome to apply
• Multi-tasker who is passionate about providing holistic care for patients in their home environment
• Highly independent and reliable, and able to make clinical judgements in a home-care setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable with interacting with people in all walks of life
• Computer literate
• Ability to communicate with patients of different races

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a greater purpose, please submit your application with the following details:

• Detailed resume
• Current and expected salary
• Two referees, both of your ex-supervisors who can comment on your suitability for the position

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.