Staff Nurse (OT / Day Surgery)

NOVAPTUS SURGERY CENTRE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern-day surgery Centre in Singapore seeks an experienced Nurse to join their dynamic team. Responsibilities include providing intraoperative and post-operative care, coordinating surgical equipment, and ensuring a clean operating theatre. Candidates should have a Nursing diploma and at least 2 years of experience in a surgical setting. This role offers stable working hours (no night shifts) and opportunities for skills development.

Benefits

Attractive benefits

Opportunities for skills development

Convenient location near MRT

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Operating Theatre / Day Surgery settings.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Valid SNB registration required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and perform all surgical procedures in a sterile manner.
• Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative nursing care.
• Maintain OT cleanliness and housekeeping.

Skills

Asepsis and sterility

Patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Nursing

Job description

Are you an experienced Nurse who enjoys working in a dynamic surgical environment? Join our growing team in a modern-day surgery Centre, where you’ll support a wide range of surgical procedures and play a key role in delivering excellent patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Intraoperative & Perioperative Care:

• Prepare and perform all surgical procedures in a sterile manner, ensuring asepsis and sterility at all times.
• Coordinate and prepare surgical equipment, instruments, and consumables according to the daily surgical list and surgeon preferences.
• Perform scrubbing, circulating, and recovery nurse duties as required.
• Participate in safe anaesthetic care for general, regional, and deep sedation cases.
• Conduct complete instrument and accessory counts at key operative stages.
• Handle sharps and contaminated waste safely and effectively.

Pre- & Post-Operative Care:

• Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative nursing care.
• Assist with patient transfer to and from the operating theatre and recovery areas.
• Monitor and support patients during recovery.

OT Operations & Housekeeping:

• Maintain OT cleanliness and housekeeping in accordance with infection control standards.
• Assist in managing the operating theatre facility and ensuring readiness for daily lists.
• Support procedures across multiple specialities including ENT, Plastics, Urology, Dental, Ophthalmology, and O&G.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by Nurse Managers or Clinical Leads.

Requirements

Essential:

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution approved by Singapore Nursing Board (SNB).
• Valid SNB registration.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Operating Theatre / Day Surgery settings.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Able to commit to rotating shifts (Weekdays 7am- 7pm / Saturdays 7am – 1pm).

Preferred:

• Prior scrubbing experience across multiple surgical specialties.
• BCLS and ACLS certification.
• Positive, proactive team player willing to support new initiatives.

Why Join Us

• Work in a modern, well-equipped day surgery environment.
• Enjoy stable working hours (no night shifts).
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive surgical team.
• Opportunities for skills development and career progression.
• Attractive benefits and convenient location near MRT.