Job Description
- Provide nurse counselling and patient education on chronic disease management and health promotion.
- Able to assess patient’s nutritional needs and provide basic nutrition education.
- To teach specific tests for monitoring of chronic diseases e.g. blood glucose, blood pressure etc.
- Tracking of patient’s progress in chronic disease management and lifestyle changes. This can involve face to face consult, tele-consult and telehealth monitoring.
- Case management of complex chronic cases which may involve home visits to assess patient’s home environment, family support, mobility and social status.
- Conduct of Diabetic Foot Screening and Foot Care education. Referrals of “At Risk” cases to the Podiatrist based on PCN’s protocol and in consultation with the doctor.
- Work closely with the Primary Care Coordinators (PCCs) in care coordination and care transition. This will involve liaising with the public institutions, GP clinic team, community health and social providers.
- Participate in PCN meetings, CME activities and case discussions.
- When needed, function as a member of the frontline clinical workforce and support the doctors in various clinical activities.
- Any other duties as delegated by the Medical Director or Director Healthcare Services.
General Skills Required
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent with at least 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
- Registered with Singapore Nursing Board
- Self motivated and able to work well in a team.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.
- Able to work in a dynamic environment as well as being flexible and open to changes.
Working Hours: 5 days with alternate Saturday
Interested applicants are invited to apply online with a comprehensive resume. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Thank you for applying.
