Full Time Senior Staff Nurse I-II (NUHS@Home)*(5674) Jobs, Salary up to SGD 3,500 in NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM PTE. LTD. West Region (Singapore) - Maukerja

The NUHS@Home nurse provides nursing care to patients who require acute medical treatment but who are able to be cared for in their homes rather than in a hospital. The nurse works in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans, monitor patient progress, and educate patients and their families on self-care techniques.

The NUHS@Home nurse is competent in performing care assessment and planning, and in the management of patients with identified care needs. S/He provides clinical supervision, precepts the junior nurses and contributes to NUHS@Home nursing training.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities and Duties (80%)

• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications, treatments and procedures as ordered by the physician
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Communicate with physicians, other healthcare professionals, patients and families regarding patient care
• Educate patients and families on self-care techniques and disease management
• Ensure patient safety and infection control measures are maintained
• Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards of nursing practice
• Utilise technology in care delivery

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties (20%)

• Participates in research, clinical or service quality activities
• Demonstrates awareness of current nursing and health care practices
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned by Nursing Officers, Senior Nursing Officers, Assistant/Deputy Director (Nursing) and Chief Nurse

Job Specification/Requirements

• Possess Diploma / Degree in Nursing and must be registered with Singapore Nursing Board
• Registered Nurse with minimum of 3-5 years of post-registration clinical experience
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Strong organisational, coordination, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and public holidays