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At iKare we believe that when it comes to caring for your loved ones, there’s no place like home. We have a home care vacancy in Singapore, and are always looking for vibrant, dedicated individuals to join the iKare team. Help us transform the landscape of the home caregiving industry. If this resonates with you, we’d love to talk to you about taking your next step towards a fulfilling caregiving career with us.

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NURSE

Are you passionate about providing patients with more care and attention?

As an iKare Nurse, you’ll be visiting patients to monitor their conditions and conduct tests when needed. You’ll also be a trusted authority addressing caregivers’ concerns during your visits, and can make adjustments to patients’ in-home management plan so that they’re in the best of health.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the care of clients through an advising physician, provide direct client care, and serve as the liaison between families and physicians.
Monitor, reassess and evaluate each patient’s condition, implement a plan of care, and support families to cope with patients with advanced illness.
Ensure that the nursing care services rendered are safe, competent, and individualised.
Uphold nursing standards in documentation, treatment, patient monitoring and infection control.
Manage complex client care and demonstrate clinical skills, knowledge and critical thinking in care delivery to clients.
Build rapport with patients and their families/caregivers; conduct follow-ups to ensure continuity of patient care and treatment plans.
Assess at-home needs in terms of training, as well as equipment and aids to facilitate patients’ daily living.
Allocate equipment as necessary to meet care requirements.
Perform nursing care such as medication administration and wound dressing as required.
Collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to develop improved diets and healthcare plans for patients.
Maintain proper documentation of client’s condition and accurate collation of data.
Take measures to ensure the safety of patients and report all incidents to Head Nurse.
Observe organisational and legal requirements regarding storage and control of drugs and medical supplies.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in matters involving client care.
Observe the proper use and care of equipment, consumables, and supplies.
Participate in Multidisciplinary Team meetings; cooperate with other teams to provide smooth delivery of patient care and services.
Enforce compliance with the Singapore Nursing Board’s Standards of Practice for Nurses and Midwives, and the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Keep abreast of developments in healthcare, attending courses and training programs to develop new skills and knowledge.

Requirements

At least 5 years of working experience in general or private hospitals.
Diploma in Nursing or similar, plus licenses to practice nursing in Singapore.
Experienced in home nursing and/or Dementia Care is preferred but not mandatory.
Excellent observational, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task, work independently, and be proactive in making iKare a better workplace.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Computer literacy.

CARE AIDE

We are looking for a competent Care Aide to join us in providing professional and excellent care for our clients.

The Care Aide will follow a care plan tailored for the client and report on any new conditions or needs that may arise. To thrive as a Care Aide, you should be professional, and compassionate and have strong people skills. You should be observant and committed to ensuring your client will feel safe and comfortable under your care.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal care, which may include bathroom functions, bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating.
Carry out clients’ prescribed healthcare plan – this may include assisting with exercise and administering medication.
Ensure each client’s home is organized according to their needs, with safety measures are in place.
You may also be expected to assist with some light housework.
Provide emotional support and encouragement to perform necessary tasks.
Provide mobility assistance when required, such as helping the client in and out of bed, a chair, or a wheelchair.
Transport or escort clients to medical and other appointments.
Monitor and report changes in clients’ health, behaviour, and needs.
Complete accurate paperwork and submit on a timely basis.
Participate in supervisory meetings and job-related training.

Requirements

Experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments are a plus, but not required.
Certification in CPR AED, or a willingness to undergo training to be certified.
Knowledge of caregiving tasks or are ready to be trained with care aide skills.
Patience and respect in dealing with sick, elderly or disabled clients.
Ability to train clients/caregivers on basic caregiving skills.
Ability to work under close supervision of iKare staff and cooperate with the client’s family.
A willingness to work flexible hours, which may include night shifts.
Proficiency in English (proficiency in other languages/dialects are a plus).

DEMENTIA THERAPIST

(iKare will provide Dementia Therapist training and certificate to successful candidates)

iKare Dementia Therapy is an at-home therapy that helps people with dementia slow down their disease’s progress by using various activities, such as games or art therapy. Dementia Therapists will be the facilitator of the therapy program, designed and supervised by iKare Therapy Supervisors. (The Dementia Therapist’s duties are typically limited to non-medical services.)

Responsibilities

Be professional and compassionate and possess good interpersonal communication skills.
Instill fun, enjoyment, and positive energy during the therapy to ensure the therapy recipient stays engaged and motivated throughout the therapy sessions.
Vigilant, observant, and sensitive to all the care recipient's responses and needs.
Perform therapy and care support for the care recipient with instruction from the Therapy Supervisor.
Facilitate activities according to the client's recommended and tailored Dementia Therapy program.

Requirements

GCE O level or equivalent education and experience.
Physically fit to lift and maneuver the care recipients during a therapy session.
Must be certified in CPR AED or willing to be trained.
Keen to work under close supervision of i-Kare staff and cooperate with the client's family.
Experience in geriatric care/community care and healthcare would be an advantage.
A willingness to work flexible hours, including shift duties and after-office hours.
Possess computer literacy to do electronic entry into the electronic medical record.
Proficiency in English (proficiency in other languages/dialects are a plus).

Find out more about our home care vacancy in Singapore and other careers at iKare

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