The Assistant Nurse Clinician supports the delivery of safe, high-quality, and person-centred nursing care by supervising nursing staff, strengthening clinical practices, and ensuring compliance with Ministry of Health regulatory and organisational standards. The ANC serves as a clinical leader, role model, and resource person to promote excellence in resident care.
JOB SCOPE
CLINICAL LEADERSHIP AND CARE DELIVERY
- Oversee and support the delivery of nursing care, including the management of complex cases, admissions, transfers, discharges, and emergency responses.
- Evaluate and review resident care to ensure alignment with care plans, clinical standards, and best practices.
- Provide direct clinical supervision and guidance to nurses and care staff through nursing rounds and case reviews.
- Actively participate in resident care and clinical discussions to identify and address gaps in care.
- Support care coordination across multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, pharmacists, and dietitians.
- Engage residents and families in care planning and promote a holistic, person-centred approach.
- Maintain a safe environment for residents and staff, including the investigation and management of incidents and implementation of preventive measures.
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND CLINICAL GOVERNANCE
- Ensure compliance with Ministry of Health (MOH) and Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) standards, as well as organisational policies and procedures.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives, including audits, clinical indicators, and outcome monitoring.
- Identify areas for clinical improvement and lead or support quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice initiatives.
- Monitor clinical trends, emerging care needs, and service gaps within the ward.
- Support the development, review, and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and care guidelines.
TRAINING, EDUCATION AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and clinical supervision to nursing staff and students.
- Support orientation, in-service education, and competency-based training programmes.
- Reinforce good clinical practices, infection control standards, and the proper use of equipment and resources.
- Assess staff competencies, provide regular feedback, and support performance appraisal processes.
- Foster a positive clinical learning environment and act as a role model in professional nursing practice.
STAFF AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
- Assist Nurse Manager (NM), Nurse Clinician (NC), and nursing leadership team in manpower planning and ensuring adequate staffing levels.
- Supervise and monitor staff performance, ensuring adherence to clinical standards, policies, and service expectations.
- Promote teamwork, effective communication, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Support coordination of staff deployment, orientation, and role transitions.
- Deputise for the Nurse Manager, Nurse Clinician, or Director of Nursing as required.
PLANNING, COORDINATION AND ADMINISTRATION
- Support the development and monitoring of key performance indicators for clinical quality and service delivery.
- Assist in maintaining clinical data, documentation, and reporting systems.
- Facilitate communication across departments and care settings to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in committees, case conferences, and organisational initiatives as assigned.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing or senior management..
PROFESSIONAL ROLE AND CONDUCT
- Serve as a clinical role model, upholding professional nursing standards and organisational values.
- Demonstrate leadership in fostering safe, compassionate, and ethical care practices.
- Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to advancing nursing practice within the organisation.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Registered Nurse with a valid practising licence from the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB).
- Degree or Diploma in Nursing recognised by the SNB; an Advanced Diploma or relevant clinical specialisation would be advantageous.
- Typically 8–10 years of nursing experience, including:
- At least 5–10 years as a Senior Staff Nurse in acute, community, or long-term care settings; or
- Prior experience in a supervisory or similar advanced practice role in a nursing home or hospital setting.
- Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision, quality improvement, and staff development.
- Candidates must demonstrate recent professional practice in a relevant clinical setting.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Please fill up our job application form and email to hr@schome.org.sg