Senior Staff Nurse / Assistant Nurse Manager (OT/AU)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A private healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced nurse to support patient management and assist during surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Nursing, a valid nursing license, and 2-3 years of experience in clinical settings. Mandarin-speaking abilities are preferred due to client interactions. This role is based at Novena MRT.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years nursing experience in Medical Specialist/Clinic settings.
• Valid Singapore Nursing Board Practicing License required.
• Experience in an operating theater/anesthesia unit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient preparation for daily outpatient visits.
• Conduct checks on surgical items and medical equipment before procedures.
• Monitor patients' condition during recovery.

Skills

Patient management skills

Clinical nursing procedure

Patient counseling

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities:

Patient Management

• Assist doctor in preparation that patients’ case-notes for daily outpatient visit

• Assist doctor on physical clinical examination

• Conduct patient's counselling on financial fees and related surgical & treatment procedures

• Perform clinical nursing care procedure e.g. wound dressing, post surgical care advice and etc.

• Dispense medication to patient and billing when needed

Surgery Management

• Prepare and conduct checks on surgical items, medical equipment and instrument before a surgical procedure

• Administrate and prepare of patient for surgical procedure including pre-surgical briefing/ checks, taking of vital signs and etc.

• Provide assistance to doctor during minor clinical surgery and procedure

• Monitor patients' condition and progress during their recovery

• Ensure all sharps and bio-hazards are properly disposed

• Prepare and pack surgical items/instrument for sterilization and disinfection

• Conduct routine stock check and expiry validation / replenish of surgical, medical and other supplies

• Perform other nursing duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum a Diploma in Nursing or equivalent

• Valid Singapore Nursing Board Practicing License

• Minimum 2-3 years nursing experience in Medical Specialist/ Clinic settings

• Possessed a valid OT / AU certificate or Hospital Testimonial will be an advantage

• Experience working in an operating theater / anesthesia unit will be considered an advantage

• Service oriented and enjoy interaction with people

• Mandarin speaker preferred to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Job Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and in a team

Other information

Location: Novena MRT