The posting
Job Responsibilities
- Operationalizes the Nursing Home’s goals and objectives; provides leadership and oversight in the planning, development, coordination and evaluation of nursing services.
- Responsible for the compliance of all nursing standards of the cluster of nursing homes as stipulated by the Ministry of Health and the Singapore Nursing Board.
- Assists the DON in identifying new programs for the residents and special projects to meet any service gaps.
- Ensures appropriate skills mix and adequate manpower resourcing for all shifts and types of services.
- Ensures cost-effective service and optimal outcomes are maintained and/or enhanced.
- Promotes evidence-based practices or nursing care delivery.
- Monitors and analyses trends and changing needs of residents in institutional settings.
- Ensures written job descriptions of all categories of healthcare staff are endorsed by management and readily accessible.
- Directs and facilitates staff development, skills and competency upgrading through various opportunities and pathways. These may include formal education, in-house training and approved online learning programs.
- Oversees Training Department in developing and training of healthcare staff to meet the needs of the clients.
- Ensures written policies and procedures and work process are available and up to date to guide nursing care delivery.
- Undertakes any other responsibilities as directed by the Supervisor/Management of the Company.
Qualification
- Degree in Management Studies or equivalent.
- Post Graduate Nursing Specialty Certificate.
- State Registered Nurse and valid practicing licensed issued by the Singapore Nursing Board.
- Valid certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
Experience
- At least 5 years of management experience, with demonstration of leadership ability in a health care organization.
Personal Attributes
- Possess initiative, drive and self-motivation to persevere and make things happen
- Able to work effectively with diverse teams and all levels of employees to achieve positive outcomes
- High tolerance of stress and ambiguity.
- People & Customer Centered.



