The posting
JOB PURPOSE
The Centre Manager / Nurse Manager is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient running of the IKC dialysis centre. The role leads the nursing and administrative team to deliver quality, patient-centred haemodialysis care. It also ensures compliance with MOH licensing requirements and IKC's clinical and operational standards.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Governance and Quality
- Implement and uphold IKC's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), clinical policies and protocols, and review them periodically with the Assistant Director, Healthcare Services and the Medical Director.
- Ensure strict compliance with infection prevention and control practices, and conduct regular audits of infection control, water quality and equipment safety.
- Monitor clinical quality indicators and drive improvement initiatives with the Senior Nurse Clinician and Nephrologist.
- Oversee incident reporting, investigation and follow-up, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Centre Operations
- Manage day-to-day operations of the centre, including patient scheduling, treatment capacity and workflow.
- Ensure the centre maintains its MOH licence under the Healthcare Services Act (HCSA) and is ready for inspections, audits and accreditation reviews at all times.
- Implement and test the centre's Business Continuity Plan and emergency response procedures, including medical emergencies, fire drills and service disruptions.
- Coordinate with vendors on equipment maintenance, consumables and facility matters.
- Ensure accurate and secure patient records in line with PDPA and IKC's data policies.
People Management
- Lead, supervise and support the nursing and administrative staff at the centre.
- Plan manpower requirements and staff rosters to ensure safe staffing levels.
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding and confirmation of nursing and administrative staff.
- Conduct performance appraisals, provide regular feedback and address staff performance or conduct issues together with People & Culture.
- Maintain and update work instructions and job descriptions for centre roles as needed.
Training and Development
- Identify training needs and plan the centre's annual training programme for nursing staff, in line with IKC's training roadmap.
- Conduct in-house clinical training and competency assessments.
- Track staff attendance at external courses and follow up on post-training application.
- Ensure nursing staff maintain valid SNB registration, practising certificates and mandatory certifications (e.g. BCLS).
Patient Services and Stakeholder Engagement
- Manage patient admissions and referrals, working with hospitals, medical social workers and other referral partners.
- Promote a patient-centred environment, and handle patient and family feedback and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with MOH, restructured hospitals, community partners and other stakeholders.
Finance and Resource Management
- Manage the centre's operating budget, monitor expenditure and identify cost-containment opportunities without compromising care quality.
- Provide input on procurement of equipment, consumables and services in accordance with MTFA's procurement policies.
- Raise IT and system needs, and follow up on their resolution with the relevant teams.
Reporting and Advisory
- Prepare regular operational, clinical and financial reports for management.
- Advise the Assistant Director, Healthcare Services and the IKC Management Committee on significant operational, clinical and risk matters.
Others
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the IKC Management Committee and the CEO.
REQUIREMENTS
- Registered Nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board and a valid Practising Certificate
- Post-basic qualification in Renal / Nephrology Nursing preferred
- At least 5 years of haemodialysis nursing experience, including 2 years in a supervisory or management role
- Sound knowledge of HCSA and MOH regulatory requirements for dialysis centres
- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
Official Working Hours: Based on approved roster.
Official Workplace: The incumbent may be deployed to any IKC centre based on operational needs.



