Staff Nurse

Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charitable organization in Singapore seeks a qualified nurse to assess clients, develop care plans, and perform essential nursing procedures. The ideal candidate should hold a Diploma in Nursing, have registration with the local Nursing Board, and possess relevant certifications. Responsibilities include working with a multidisciplinary team and ensuring high standards of care.

Qualifications

• 4 years of general ward nursing experience required.
• Candidates with Specialist Diploma in Gerontology are preferred.
• Ability to perform basic nursing procedures independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening and assessment of clients.
• Develop individual care plans for clients.
• Maintain documentation of client's condition.

Skills

Basic nursing procedures

Health education

Client assessment

Caregiver training

Quality improvement initiatives

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Registered with the Singapore Nursing Board

BCLS and AED certification

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

THKMC was incorporated on 13 October 2011 as a charity to provide multiple social and welfare services to the community at large, and achieved an Institute of Public Character (IPC) status on 18 November 2011. THKMC is the charitable arm of Thye Hua Kwan Moral Society, which lives by the mission - To Serve Mankind - to help anyone who needs help regardless of their race, religion, colour, language, creed and culture. THKMC today serves more than 70,000 beneficiaries through more than 70 programmes across five Services, which include Disability, Early Intervention for Children, Family, Seniors' Community, and Therapy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct screening of new referrals.
• Conduct assessment of clients in their home environment and develop an individual care plan for clients.
• Perform basic nursing procedures e.g., change of NG tube, wound dressing, catheterization, medication packing etc.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and co-manage clients with other service providers, if required.
• Provide appropriate health education.
• Provide caregiver training and support the caregivers in navigating the eldercare services, including their own psychosocial needs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of client's condition and care assessment.
• Identify and report risks and barriers to the safety of clients in accordance with organizational protocols.
• Execute responsibilities as per emergency protocols in the event of public health threat or emergency.
• Comply with guidelines and policies to ensure client confidentiality and personal data protection. Additional duties:
• Assists with medical consumables stock-taking and procurement.
• Care of medical equipment
• Implement quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice and participate in research projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Nursing with 4 years of general ward nursing experience. Candidates with Specialist Diploma in Gerontology and/or Advanced Diploma in any discipline is an advantage

• Registered with the Singapore Nursing Board

• Valid BCLS and AED certification

• Able to perform basic nursing procedures independently.

• The ability to speak dialects is an advantage.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Candidates must be willing to travel islandwide

Working Days/Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 6.00pm