We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Staff Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, care planning, clinical emergency management, safe medication administration, infection control and integrative care.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver safe, evidence-based, and person-centred nursing care to residents in accordance with established clinical standards and care plans.
2. Administer oral/topical medication and injections.
3. Conduct regular rounds with staff to monitor residents’ health and medical condition, safety, and comfort.
4. Prepare and attend to any Doctor or Allied Health Professional during visits/rounds, assisting with examinations and providing updates on residents’ conditions when required.
5. Participate in care planning, implementation, evaluation, and timely updating of residents’ nursing care plans.
6. Participate in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) discussions by contributing relevant nursing assessments, observations, and care recommendations.
7. Supervise and assist residents during mealtimes, including feeding.
8. Work with the Enrolled Nurses/Nursing Aides to maintain inventory and ensure proper storage and expiration of medication and medical supplies.
9. Maintain accurate record and ensure timely documentation in the Care Management System.
10. Escalate any clinical, operational, or staffing issues to the CNO or NO in a timely and appropriate manner.
11. Supervise and guide the Enrolled Nurses/Nursing Aides/Healthcare Assistants in delivering nursing care services and performing their duties according to their roster.
12. Provide guidance and support to junior staff to enhance their clinical competency, including adherence to clinical guidelines and learning best practices.
13. Support organisational events and orientation of visitors to the home when required.
14. Participate in organisational and departmental activities and committees.
15. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and activities.
16. Any other duties as assigned by CNO and NO.
17. 5.5 days work week and be available on-call for emergencies.

Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse with valid accreditation from the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB).
• Possess a Diploma/Degree in Nursing with 4-5 years of nursing experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong clinical competency and good nursing and care skills.
• Experience working with the disabled or elderly preferred.
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.

If you are interested, please email your resume to hr@cheshirehome.org.sg. Thank you.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.