48 Palliative Care jobs in Singapore

Responsibilities

• Work together with a multi-disciplinary team to develop care plans for residents, periodically review them and assure that the goals for each care plan are rational and relevant.
• Respond in a timely fashion to resident’s change in function or condition.
• Inform residents of their health status and enable residents to exercise self-determination including advance directives.
• Conduct rounds with the staff nurse in charge to ensure care plans are being carried out.
• Conduct regular resident check-ups and diagnosis of ailments, prescribe medication and refer resident(s) for further specialist check-ups where required.
• Formulate enhanced care philosophy for nursing staff.

• Basic medical degree recognized by Singapore Medical Council.
• Registered with Singapore Medical Council with full registration.
• Relevant experience working with elderly patients, or those with Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Medicine / Family Medicine or relevant disciplines will be advantageous
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.

To apply, please submit your detailed CV with the following details for faster processing:

• Reason for leaving
• Earliest availability date

You may also visit our careers page at to upload your CV.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted shortly.

CADMUS RESOURCES | EA Licence No.: 05C3447

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices

What you will do

The incumbent coordinates and implements a care plan for the patients with life limiting illnesses referred to HCA. The incumbent must have a strong base of knowledge to act both as a specialist and a generalist nurse. He or She must demonstrate the ability to apply nursing theory into practice. The incumbent is a role model for other nurses, volunteers and caregivers. He or She will also be a public educator to raise hospice awareness.

The incumbent works in collaboration with members of an interdisciplinary team in a setting which provides seamless medical and nursing care, pain and symptom management and compassionate support for their patients and families.

Who you are

• State Registered Nurse with a valid Practising Certificate issued by Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) with at least 3 years of working experience
• Experience in Oncology or Palliative Care will be an advantage
• Nurses with paediatric experience are also welcome to apply
• Multi-tasker who is passionate about providing holistic care for patients in their home environment
• Highly independent and reliable, and able to make clinical judgements in a home-care setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable with interacting with people in all walks of life
• Computer literate
• Ability to communicate with patients of different races

Remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a greater purpose, please submit your application with the following details:

• Detailed resume
• Current and expected salary

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

• Career exposure to specialty (palliative)
• Office Hours
• Accessible Work Location, Close Proximity to MRT

As a Staff Nurse (Palliative Care), you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provide basic care such as checking and recording vital signs, maintaining patients' hygiene and assisting with daily activities like dressing or eating.
• Assessing patients' condition and implement nursing care plan.
• Performing nursing procedures such as wound dressing and management, removal of stitches, venepuncture, changing of urinary catheter and etc.
• Ensuring continuity of treatment plans for patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures carried out and medications dispensed.
• Reporting to patients' primary care provider.
• Offer a professional source of comfort to the patients and their families.
• Explain the patients' condition or symptoms, listen to their concerns and relay information between the patient and their family.
• Follow all medical regulations and the code of medical ethics.
• Providing a caring, empathetic environment for patients.
• Administer certain medications to patients under the orders of a physician.
• Monitor patients' pain levels at end of life, and continue to offer solutions to physical discomfort, including pharmaceuticals and /or therapies.
• Mindful to alleviate symptoms such as nausea, anxiety and bed sores.
• Guide their patients through end-of-life emotions and are there to support patients when family is not available.

Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma in Nursing and be registered with Singapore Nursing Board
• Candidate who possess Advanced Diploma in Gerontology or Palliative care is an advantage.

To apply, simply click on the ''apply'' button in the job advertisement or alternatively, you can send in your resume via email: .COM.SG

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

ALLIED SEARCH PTE. LTD.

EA LICENSE : 19C9777

Responsibilities
Work together with a multi-disciplinary team to develop care plans for residents, periodically review them and assure that the goals for each care plan are rational and relevant.
Respond in a timely fashion to resident’s change in function or condition.
Inform residents of their health status and enable residents to exercise self-determination including advance directives.
Conduct rounds with the staff nurse in charge to ensure care plans are being carried out.
Conduct regular resident check-ups and diagnosis of ailments, prescribe medication and refer resident(s) for further specialist check-ups where required.
Formulate enhanced care philosophy for nursing staff.
Requirements
Basic medical degree recognized by Singapore Medical Council.
Registered with Singapore Medical Council with full registration.
Relevant experience working with elderly patients, or those with Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Medicine / Family Medicine or relevant disciplines will be advantageous
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
To apply, please submit your detailed CV with the following details for faster processing:
Reason for leaving
Earliest availability date
You may also visit our careers page at to upload your CV.
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted shortly.
CADMUS RESOURCES | EA Licence No.: 05C3447
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices
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Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Opportunity

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families facing advanced illness. As a dedicated Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse, you will provide personalized, specialized, and cost-effective care in line with hospice policies, nursing standards, and best practices.

You will work closely with doctors, patients and their families, allied health professionals, government agencies, and hospitals to ensure holistic and coordinated care.

Key Responsibilities:

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1. Conduct home visits and perform night call duties when scheduled.
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2. Prepare and write care plans for new patients.
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3. Conduct monthly checks and replenishment of medication/medical supply and record controlled drugs.
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4. Act as a case manager coordinating and implementing a plan of care for the client with advanced disease referred to our organization.
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5. Work in collaboration with members of a multi-disciplinary team in a setting which provides 24 hours medical care, pain & symptom management and family support.
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6. Assess nutritional needs in the patient with advanced diseases including adjusting current medication as needed so as to achieve optimal symptom control.
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7. Implement and review care plans for the patients, working with members of a transdisciplinary team to achieve the highest level of coordinated care for the patient.
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8. Identify patients and families in need of financial assistance and/or counselling and refer to social workers department in our organisation.
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9. Check patients' case files who are discharged before sending to related colleagues/department and after home visit by doctors and nurses, in the absence of a nurse supervisor.
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10. Prepare family caregivers for approaching death and to give caregivers bereavement and emotional support when necessary.
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11. Prepare training notes for presentation and planning of training and education for nurses.
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12. Participate in in-service education program, seminars and training courses for updating of nursing skills and knowledge in hospice and palliative care as directed by nursing lead and Resident Physician.
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13. Assume professional responsibility and accountability for outcomes in nursing practice.
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Requirements and Qualifications:

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• Registered nurse with knowledge in Basic Palliative Care Nursing and Nursing skills.
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• Degree in Nursing or a specialised diploma in Palliative Care, with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
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• Strong knowledge base with the ability to integrate nursing theory into practice.
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• Experience in palliative or geriatric care is an advantage.
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• Passion in hospice and palliative care. Willingness to deal with issues of death and dying.
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• Mature and holistic outlook of a person's well-being, including care of family/caregivers.
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• Compassionate and empathetic with suffering.
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• Able to work harmoniously and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
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• An effective communicator toward patients, caregivers, fellow healthcare professionals.
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Benefits:

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients and their families, while also being able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Other Information:

Our organization is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes continuous learning and development opportunities.

Jobscope:

• Do palliative home visits such as titration of morphine, fentanyl, simple palliative support advice, write prescription as necessary, male IDC insertion, NGT insertion

Requirements:

• Recognized medical degree by SMC
• Full Registration with SMC
• Have Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine/ Geriatric Medicine will be an advantage

All Interested candidates are invited to email your resume in MS Word format to:

Please include your full working experience, education background, notice period, expected salary.

Nerissa Goh Jia Ying (R )

Recruit Express Pte Ltd

Company Reg. No. W | EA License Number: 99C4599

Recruiter's ref code: #HGN

We regret to inform that only suitable candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.

Job scope:

• To perform home visits to chronic ill/ palliative patients who are being referred
• To perform nursing assessment on the patient
• To coordinate with doctor for medical assessment and follow-up visits to patient
• To monitor current medication and compliance as prescribed by the doctor
• To perform nursing procedures such as wound dressing, insertion of urine catheter, insertion of naso-gastric tube and care of tubings as required
• To initiate nursing care plan and implement new measures of management
• To educate caregivers/families on basic nursing procedures to ensure continuation of care at home

Requirements:

• Prior experience in palliative setting
• Valid SNB and BCLS
• Able to commit min 6 months

All Interested candidates are invited to email your resume in MS Word format to:

Please include your full working experience, education background, notice period, expected salary.

Nerissa Goh Jia Ying (R )

Recruit Express Pte Ltd

Company Reg. No. W | EA License Number: 99C4599

Recruiter's ref code: #HGN

We regret to inform that only suitable candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.

Company description:

The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) aims to create a vibrant care community for people to live well and age gracefully. AIC coordinates and supports efforts in integrating care to achieve the best care outcomes for our clients. We reach out to caregivers and seniors with information on staying active and ageing well, and connect people to services they need. We support stakeholders in their efforts to raise the quality of care, and also work with health and social care partners to provide services for the ageing population. Our work in the community brings care services and information closer to those in need. For more about us, please visit

Job description:

Support the development and implementation of advanced care planning and the palliative care sector in Singapore:

• Work with policy makers, community stakeholders, including service providers and hospitals to drive the:
• Development and implementation of the ACP programme
• Development and implementation of the 2023 National Strategy for Palliative Care including involvement in palliative care related pilot programmes, service models and funding policies that support, management of capability and capacity and enablers in the ecosystem.
• Undertake other tasks as necessary to contribute to Division's objectives in sector development, capability building and outreach (e.g. conducting literature research, data analysis, etc.)

Job Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in any field with at least 1-2 years of working experience in service planning and development in the healthcare or social care industry
• Experience in planning, project management in the public sector would be advantageous
• Systems thinking, resourceful
• Excellent written and persuasive communication skills
• Strong engagement and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical capabilities, coupled with basic skills in data analysis and statistics
• Strong at conceptualising ideas, coupled with a practical sense of what works in a complex environment and implement projects

Job scope:
To perform home visits to chronic ill/ palliative patients who are being referred
To perform nursing assessment on the patient
To coordinate with doctor for medical assessment and follow-up visits to patient
To monitor current medication and compliance as prescribed by the doctor
To perform nursing procedures such as wound dressing, insertion of urine catheter, insertion of naso-gastric tube and care of tubings as required
To initiate nursing care plan and implement new measures of management
To educate caregivers/families on basic nursing procedures to ensure continuation of care at home
Requirements:
Prior experience in palliative setting
Valid SNB and BCLS
Able to commit min 6 months
All Interested candidates are invited to email your resume in MS Word format to:

Please include your full working experience, education background, notice period, expected salary.
Nerissa Goh Jia Ying (R )
Recruit Express Pte Ltd
Company Reg. No. W | EA License Number: 99C4599
Recruiter's ref code: #HGN
We regret to inform that only suitable candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.
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