About National Youth Council (NYC) - Creating Opportunities for All Youth to Be Heard, Be Empowered, Be the Change
At NYC, as the national agency for youth matters, we believe in a world where young people are respected and heard, able to take action on issues that matter and make a positive difference around them. Together with our partners, we develop future-ready youth and deepen their commitment to Singapore by imbuing in them a heart for service, resilience and an enterprising spirit. Find out more at www.nyc.gov.sg.
About Outward Bound Singapore
Outward Bound Singapore (OBS), a division of NYC, is part of a worldwide adventure-based training network in more than 30 countries. We are a leader in outdoor education and have developed more than 500,000 youths over the past 50 years through outdoor programmes. We do not merely impart outdoor skills and knowledge; we seek to inspire individuals and transform communities. Utilising adventure education as a pedagogy, our programmes aim to inspire youths to start a journey of self-discovery, and build confidence and resilience. Our staff have an affinity for the outdoors and passion for developing people.
The Medical Services and Training Unit (MST) run medical centres across OBS’ campuses and deals with all emergencies, injuries and illnesses of OBS’ participants and staff. The Outdoor Nurse Practitioner (ONP) assesses and treats patients out at sea, in the field, and in the medical centre. MST also performs pre-enrolment screening to ensure that all participants are safe to join OBS activities. As part of the outdoor adventure industry, MST conducts and provides wilderness medicine courses to OBS’ operational staff and regional partners.
We are seeking a Senior/Outdoor Nurse Practitioner to join the NYC/OBS family. As a Senior/Outdoor Nurse Practitioner, you will be part of the Medical Services & Training unit to ensure the efficient operations of the OBS Medical Centre by providing timely and effective first-line medical care to participants and staff. You may also be required to perform 24 hours night shift and perform standby activation role during and after office hours, and should be comfortable to work independently and provide medical care in austere work environments (on overseas expeditions, in the field, or out at sea).
For the Senior Outdoor Nurse Practitioner role, you will additionally be expected to lead in medical training and medical-related projects. Such projects may entail working with other units within OBS, other agencies, as well as vendors. Experience in a leadership position and having an exploratory mind is important.
You will be exposed and hone your skills in these areas:
- Applying your medical skills and knowledge in a vastly different environment from hospitals or clinics.
- Learning and practicing in austere, wilderness, pre-hospital medicine.
- Working with youths on a national outdoor adventure programme in a dynamic environment
- Primary and Public Health – in dealing with adolescent health, sports medicine, mental health, tropical medicine and population health policies.
- Teaching, training, curriculum design
- Research and data analytics
- Overseas expedition opportunities
Requirements
- A Singapore Registered Nurse with Singapore Nursing Board
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in pre-hospital, emergency, critical care will be advantageous
- Good writing, communication, and creative & critical thinking skills
- Possess a macro perspective of issues and an eye for details
- Able to adapt well and thrive in a dynamic environment
- A team player who is effective, resourceful, and takes the initiative in work.
- Based at OBS Campus (Pulau Ubin), but may also have to travel to other OBS Campuses (East Coast Campus, Punggol Reception & Activity Centre and Changi Campsite)
Additional Requirements for Senior Outdoor Nurse Practitioner:
- Been in a supervisory role for at least 3 years (e.g. Nurse Clinician, or equivalent)
- Experience in project and contract management
- Experience in finance and procurement workstreams and functions
