Assistant Nurse Manager *North Area*

Job Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the professional nursing care of all residents under her charge by overseeing daily operations and ensuring shifts are adequately staffed.
2. Utilises a holistic and multifaceted approach to plan and execute care to meet residents’ care needs and ensure that the Home’s nursing services meet and adhere to regulations and licensing requirements.
3. Liaise between the Nursing department and medical practitioners, dietitian and pharmacists as needed to help facilitate residents’ care.
4. Deputise in the absence of the Nurse Manager and act as a resource person for Staff Nurses and below within the Nursing department.
5. Assist the Nurse Manager in coordinating and facilitating nursing care services according to established standards in the management of residential care units. Evaluate resident care activities and recommend improvements.
6. Plan and schedule daily work for nursing staff and work with the Nurse Manager to determine staffing requirements and shift schedules.
7. Educate and supervise the conduct of correct nursing practices and high service standards, and guide nurses in providing quality care to ensure residents’ satisfaction and safety.
8. Monitor performance of all categories of staff from Staff Nurses and below and provide feedback to the Nurse Manager.
9. Monitor and evaluate nursing workflows, systems, and processes to bring about safe, competent, compassionate, and holistic care.
10. Coordinate and oversee induction and orientation programs for new staff, promoted or re-designated staff to meet role and work requirements of the job. Induct new staff personally if required.
11. Conduct performance appraisals and counselling of staff on unprofessional conduct and practices.
12. Supervise and provide clinical guidance to the healthcare team by being actively involved in direct resident care.
13. Identify and present resident care issues for professional transdisciplinary discussions at clinical conferences and other platforms.
14. Conduct nursing rounds to identify clinical and service issues with the aim of addressing and closing gaps in care.
15. Communicate and collaborate with intra- and inter-departmental staff, residents, and relatives.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Job Requirements:

1. Degree in health-related subject or equivalent / Post-basic certificate / Advanced Diploma in a Nursing specialty / Graduate of a Diploma in Nursing Programme, recognised by Singapore Nursing Board.
2. At least two years of working experience in a similar position in a medium or large-sized Nursing Home; or at least 6 years or more of nursing experience as a Senior Staff Nurse in an acute or community hospital.
3. Possess State Registered Nurse license.
4. Valid Practising License with Singapore Nursing Board.
5. Possess interpersonal skills and be passionate about working with the elderly.

Interested candidates can write in to Ann at anngoh@recruitexpress.com.sg

Contact:
Ann Goh Xin Ting
R1875289
Recruit Express Pte Ltd
E.A License: 99C4599

Work Schedule:
5 days office hours

Salary Range:
$3,800 - $4,700