Compassionate Palliative Care Specialist

23 hours ago


Singapore METTA WELFARE ASSOCIATION Full time
About Metta Hospice Care

Metta Hospice Care, a key service provided by the Metta Welfare Association, is committed to delivering high-quality home hospice services to terminally ill patients of all ages and backgrounds. As a member of the Singapore Hospice Council and the Asia Pacific Hospice Network, we strive to provide comfort, dignity, and support to our patients and their families during their most challenging times.

With over 20 years of experience in supporting over 5,000 patients, we have developed a comprehensive care approach that includes medical consultations, nursing assessments, and psychosocial support for both patients and their families. Our team of dedicated professionals works closely with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless care coordination and optimal symptom management.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Palliative Care Specialist to join our team. As a Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for performing home visits to palliative care patients, conducting nursing assessments, initiating nursing care plans, and implementing new measures of management. You will also work closely with our Medical Director/Outsourced doctors to adjust current medication and achieve maximum symptom control. In addition, you will educate caregivers/families on basic nursing procedures, refer patients to other professional bodies as needed, and identify patients and families in need of financial assistance or specialized counseling.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform home visits to palliative care patients who are being referred
  • Conduct nursing assessments on patients
  • Initiate nursing care plans and implement new measures of management
  • Adjust current medication to achieve maximum symptom control under doctor's instruction
  • Work closely with the Medical Director/Outsourced doctors on cases
  • Educate caregivers/families on basic nursing procedures to ensure comfort and care
  • Refer patients to other professional bodies such as inpatient hospice when the need arises for symptom control or respite care
  • Identify patients and families in need of financial assistance and refer to social worker/counsellor
  • Identify patients and families in need of specialized counseling and refer to relevant professionals
  • Prepare families for approaching death
  • Provide family with emotional and bereavement support when necessary

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will require a minimum of 3 years of related experience, a Diploma or degree in Nursing or equivalent, with a Nursing Certificate in Palliative Care. You must also be registered with the Singapore Nursing Board.

Estimated Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 per annum

We offer a competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families. If you are passionate about providing compassionate care and want to join a dedicated team of professionals, please submit your application.

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