Staff Nurse (Emergency Services)
Institution:
Institute of Mental Health
Family Group:
Nursing
Staff Nurse (Emergency Services)
Main Roles and Responsibilities
- Assesses, Triage and identifies the vulnerable and patients with high-risk conditions so that they will be attended to promptly
- Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care plan for Observation ward patients according to the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of each patient, and makes recommendations for any changes if needed
- Administers medication, performs treatment and attends to other medical orders according to hospital policy
- Supports the patient to participate in prescribed treatment plans
- Reports pertinent observations and reactions of observation ward patients to the clinicians and records them accurately and concisely
- Provides health teaching to patients and their families as appropriate
- Seeks information from other resources for incorporation in assessment and treatment plans
- Collaborates with other members of the multi-disciplinary team in the management of patients; management of patients in psychiatric/ medical emergency
- Participates in orientation and training of students and new staff
- Participates in Pandemic and IMH Care Team activation
Requirements:
Competency
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as SN
- Possess good interpersonal, communication, writing & IT skills
- Familiar with healthcare environment
- Able to work independently with good decision-making skills
- Perform 3 rotating shifts
Educational and Professional Requirements
- Registered Nurse with SNB
- Preferably a Registered Mental Health Nurse /Adv Dip Mental Health
About IMH:
The Institute of Mental Health (IMH) in Singapore, established in 1928, is a premier 2,000-bed psychiatric hospital nestled in Buangkok Green Medical Park, providing comprehensive mental health services across 50 inpatient wards and 7 outpatient clinics, while also playing a pivotal role in training the next generation of mental health professionals through the NHG-AHPL Residency Programme and collaborations with local academic institutions.