Staff Nurse

FRONTIER HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking a dedicated nurse to provide patient education and manage chronic diseases. Responsibilities include counselling on health promotion, nutritional assessments, and conducting screenings. The ideal candidate has a diploma/degree in nursing, is registered with the Singapore Nursing Board, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills. You will work closely with care coordinators and potentially assist doctors in various clinical activities. Competitive applicants will have at least 5 years of experience and a proactive approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Registered with the Singapore Nursing Board.
• Able to work well in a team and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurse counselling and patient education on chronic disease management.
• Assess patient’s nutritional needs and provide nutrition education.
• Conduct Diabetic Foot Screening and Foot Care education.

Skills

Health Promotion

Patient Education

Nursing

Nutrition Education

Case Management

Telehealth

Screening

Education

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Description

• Provide nurse counselling and patient education on chronic disease management and health promotion.
• Able to assess patient’s nutritional needs and provide basic nutrition education.
• To teach specific tests for monitoring of chronic diseases e.g. blood glucose, blood pressure etc.
• Tracking of patient’s progress in chronic disease management and lifestyle changes. This can involve face to face consult, tele-consult and telehealth monitoring.
• Case management of complex chronic cases which may involve home visits to assess patient’s home environment, family support, mobility and social status.
• Conduct of Diabetic Foot Screening and Foot Care education. Referrals of “At Risk” cases to the Podiatrist based on PCN’s protocol and in consultation with the doctor.
• Work closely with the Primary Care Coordinators (PCCs) in care coordination and care transition. This will involve liaising with the public institutions, GP clinic team, community health and social providers.
• Participate in PCN meetings, CME activities and case discussions.
• When needed, function as a member of the frontline clinical workforce and support the doctors in various clinical activities.
• Any other duties as delegated by the Medical Director or Director Healthcare Services.

General Skills required

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent with at least 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Registered with Singapore Nursing Board
• Self-motivated and able to work well in a team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Able to work in a dynamic environment as well as being flexible and open to changes.

Interested applicants are invited to apply online with a comprehensive resume, via the button of Apply Now

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Tell employers what skills you have

• Health Promotion
• Foot
• Referrals
• Lifestyle
• Community Health
• Healthcare
• Telehealth
• Mobility
• Patient Education
• Protocol
• Nursing
• Case Management
• Disease Management
• Screening
• Nursing Care
• Nutrition Education