Senior Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Alexandra Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandra Hospital is seeking a skilled critical care nurse to provide specialized care for critically ill patients requiring ventilation support in high dependency and intensive care settings.

The role involves comprehensive patient assessment, interpretation of clinical data, and ensuring safe operation of monitoring and respiratory equipment. Candidates should have SNB registration and in-depth critical care experience, with a willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends.

Qualifications

• Registration with Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) is required.
• Advanced Diploma in Critical Care Nursing preferred.
• Willing to commit to 3 rotating shifts, including weekends.
• At least 3 years in HD or ICU setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in critical care nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessment and interpretation of clinical, laboratory, and diagnostic data.
• Manage and troubleshoot monitoring devices and haemodynamic systems.
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain critical care monitoring equipment.
• Administer and monitor oxygen and medical gas therapy.
• Manage airway devices including endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes.
• Support patients receiving invasive and non-invasive ventilation.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Advanced clinical assessment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Critical Care)

Job description

Overview

The role involves providing specialized care to critically ill patients requiring non-invasive and invasive ventilation support in high dependency and intensive care settings.

Job Descriptions

• Perform comprehensive patient assessment and interpretation of clinical, laboratory, and diagnostic findings.
• Manage and troubleshoot monitoring devices and haemodynamic monitoring systems.
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain critical care monitoring equipment.
• Administer and monitor oxygen and medical gas therapy.
• Manage airway devices, including endotracheal and tracheostomy tubes, in accordance with competency requirements.
• Support patients receiving invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Recognize and escal… life-threatening respiratory conditions in a timely manner.
• Administer humidification and aerosol therapies.
• Assist in bronchoscopy procedures where applicable.
• Provide safe intra-hospital transport for critically ill patients and manage cardiopulmonary support during transport.

Requirements

• Registration with Singapore Nursing Board is a MUST
• Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Critical Care) will be added advantange
• Willing to commit to 3 rotating shifts, including working on weekends
• At least 3 years working in HD or ICU setting is preferred
• Demonstrated competency in critical care nursing
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

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*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.