The posting
Staff Nurse is responsible for the provision of quality care by maintaining accurate records and in the maintenance of professional standards through continuing education and development.
Responsibilities:
Resident Care
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to meet residents’ needs.
- Administer treatments and medications as prescribed.
- Assist doctors during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Provide health education and counselling to residents and their family members.
- Make appropriate diet requisitions and supervise meal serving and feeding of residents.
- Respond promptly and appropriately to medical and nursing emergencies.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation of all nursing activities.
- Demonstrate clinical competency, sound judgment, and up-to-date knowledge in delivering resident care.
- Ensure the safe handling, positioning, and movement of residents in accordance with infection control and safety standards.
- Follow up on residents to ensure continuity of care and adherence to treatment plans.
Administrative
- Deputize the Nurse Manager in her/his absence.
- Adhere to organizational, operational, and nursing policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper and economical usage of medical supplies and resources.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents and staff.
- Assist in indenting and managing ward supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Maintain safe custody and proper documentation of controlled drugs.
- Ensure all medical and ward equipment are in safe, functional, and serviceable condition.
- Participate in clinical and service quality improvement initiatives.
Teaching & Supervision
- Assign duties to and supervise junior staff in the provision of resident care.
- Assist the Nurse Manager in planning and conducting orientation programmes for new staff.
- Teach, guide, and mentor junior and new staff to ensure competency in clinical skills and resident care standards.
- Serve as a resource person, providing support and guidance on clinical matters.
Human Relations
- Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, doctors, allied health professionals, and support staff.
- Establish rapport with residents, families, and the public, ensuring respectful and compassionate communication.
- Anticipate, manage, and resolve problems within the scope of professional practice.
Professional Development & Other Duties
- Keep abreast of new developments, clinical practices, and healthcare trends.
- Participate actively in in-service training, education programmes, and competency assessments.
- Contribute to hospital-wide or departmental committees and quality improvement projects.
- Provide ideas and participate in initiatives aimed at improving resident care and service delivery.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Head of Department.
Requirements:
- State Registered Nurse from an accredited School of Nursing, Polytechnic, or University.
- Post-basic certification in Gerontology, Elder Care, or Dementia Care would be advantageous.
- Valid professional license issued by the Singapore Nursing Board to practice nursing.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
- At least 1 year of resident or ward experience.
- Able to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and other allied healthcare teams.
- Able to work shift duties, including weekends and public holidays.
