Job Description
The role involves delivering advanced, person-centred nursing care, supervising and guiding junior staff, and supporting ward operations in the absence of Nurse Managers.
- The role involves delivering advanced, person-centred nursing care, supervising and guiding junior staff, and supporting ward operations in the absence of Nurse Managers.
- Key responsibilities include care planning and evaluation, medication management, emergency response, multidisciplinary collaboration, and quality assurance.
- The nurse also leads shift operations, ensures compliance with clinical standards, maintains accurate documentation, and promotes a safe and clean environment.
- Additionally, the role includes mentoring staff, facilitating training, supporting discharge planning, and assisting doctors in clinical procedures to ensure high standards of resident care.
- Participates in In-Service teaching to the nursing and ancillary staff when called upon.
- Attends continuing education / in-services on a regular basis to maintain skill competency.
- Participates in the Home and nursing committees as assigned.
- Participates in or conducts nursing research and systematic review of nursing practices to enhance the professional care standard.
- Work closely with the NM and assists in performance appraisals of Enrolled Nurses, Nursing Aides, Health Care Assistants and Health Attendants in the ward.
- Deputises the Nurse Manager in his/her absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Job Requirement
- Registered Nurse with current SNB registration
- Diploma in Nursing
- Fresh graduates from local polytechnics are welcome to apply
- Good knowledge and understanding of current issues in nursing
- Strong grasp of principles and practices for delivering reliable and safe nursing care
- Able to work three rotating shifts
Competency & Proficiency Level
Must Have
- Clinical Teaching and Supervision - Level 3
- Effective Communication in Nursing - Level 4
- Emergency Care Management in Nursing - Level 4
- Infection Prevention and Control in Nursing Practice - Level 4
- Learner Assessments - Level 3
- Medication Management in Nursing - Level 4
- Patient Care Delivery in Nursing - Level 4
Good to Have
- Care Transition in Nursing – Level 4
- Professional, Legal and Ethical Healthcare Practice – Level 4
- Workplace Safety and Health – Level 4
- Professional Consultation – Level 4
- Excellence in Service – Level 4
- Continuous Improvement Management – Level 3
Critical Core Skills
- Communication - Intermediate
- Influence - Intermediate
- Collaboration – Intermediate
- Adaptability - Advanced
- Decision Making - Intermediate
*Please refer to Technical Skills and Competency (TSCs) and Critical Core Skills (CCSs) in Skills Framework for Social Service Industry via this link SSG | Social Service (skillsfuture.gov.sg)