Senior / Staff Nurse

Crawfurd Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore seeks a Staff Nurse responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing patient care. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care, assist medical professionals, and maintain documentation. Registered with the Singapore Nursing Board and a Diploma in Nursing are required. Must be adaptable to shift work including nights and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Registered with Singapore Nursing Board with a valid nursing practicing license.
• Able to work on 12-hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Experience in patient care and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Assist Surgeons/Physicians on patient rounds and update Principal Doctor on condition.
• Provide patient education and support in rehabilitation efforts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Service orientation

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Tools

BCLS Certification

AED Certification

Job description

The Staff Nurse will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care related activities to ensure delivery of high-quality patient care at the respective clinical areas. The incumbent will be required to provide high quality patient care in various disciplines by performing clinical procedures that will meet the patients' immediate physical and emotional needs. The Staff Nurse will assist the Nurse Manager/Nurse Clinician in coordinating, implementing and monitoring clinical and service quality performance indicators for continuous improvement, clinical excellence, operational, financial and service quality.

Utilize clinical judgment, critical thinking and problems solving skills in the delivery of patient care. Integrate established and new operational policies and procedures into nursing practice.

Assist Surgeons/Physicians on patient rounds during treatment / procedures and examination of patient. Update the Principal Doctor about patient’s condition and response to the surgical / medical intervention. Follow through with doctor’s orders and report promptly any significant changes in patient’s condition using the SBAR method to the appropriate doctor.

Provide patient education and participate in patient’s rehabilitation, involving the patient’s family members as necessary.

Record and maintain proper, timely and accurate documentation of patient’s progress and management in appropriate document or charts.

Provide guidance when necessary, to subordinates in all direct and indirect patient care activities, including compliance to infection control practices.

Exercise economy and care in the use of resources, including equipment and supplies.

Ensure accurate billing of charges.

Maintain professional growth and development through the ongoing process of formal and informal education.

Participate in Hospital and Nursing committee when assigned.

Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.

Exhibit professional behavior to enhance quality service in compliance with Crawfurd Core Values.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager and Nurse Clinician.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Must be registered with Singapore Nursing Board with valid nursing practicing license.
• Must be able to work on 12 hours rotating shifts that include night shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Possess at least a Diploma in Nursing.
• Valid Certification in BCLS & AED.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Friendly disposition and service oriented.
• Good working attitude and aptitude.
• Those with more experiences may be considered for senior position.

Interested candidates, please apply with your updated resume, expected salary and notice period.

Kindly note that applicants who have previously applied will not be considered. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.