Staff Nurse

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.