Nurse-in-charge (NM/ANC/SSN), Blood Resources (Bloodbank)
Government of Singapore · Health Sciences Authority Building
[What the role is]
Passionate about serving others? Join us in the rewarding environment of HSA’s Blood Resources Division. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our Blood bank team and play a crucial role in securing the nation’s blood supply.We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse In-Charge to lead our team at Bloodbank@Westgate Tower. The appointee will be pegged at the level of Assistant Nurse Clinician/ Senior Staff Nurse and the role involves overseeing daily operations, managing donor services, and ensuring the highest standards of blood collection and quality management.
[What you will be working on]
- Oversee Whole Blood collection programmes, lead and manage blood collection staff in their daily responsibilities
- Ensure seamless operations of the blood collection centre in collaboration with management, maintain high standards of donor and blood product management
- Conduct machine validation and calibration procedures
- Lead the team as a role model and foster effective teamwork, coach and mentor blood collection staff in their work responsibilities
- Assist in competency and proficiency assessments and testing
- Support quality management activities and participate in Blood Bank audits to meet accreditation standards
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures
- Provide clinical support in donor management activities including medical screening
- Manage blood donor complications and adverse events, demonstrate effective communication skills in donor services
- Ensure donor safety and satisfaction throughout the donation process
- Conduct research and participate in or lead project initiatives with clinical or process improvement focus
- Identify opportunities for operational enhancement and service excellence
[What we are looking for]
Education and Qualifications:
- Minimum Advanced Diploma or Degree in Nursing with relevant work experience as a registered Nurse
- Valid Nursing registration certificate with Singapore Nursing Board
Work experience and attributes:
- At least 2 years of experience as an Assistant Nurse Clinician (ANC)
- Experience leading operational teams in a managerial position
- Excellent nursing knowledge with professional and technical competence
- Strong leadership abilities with expertise in people, process, and service management strategies
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with good situational awareness
- Passion for community service and commitment to healthcare excellence
Work arrangements:
- Rotational morning, afternoon, and weekend shifts across a 5-day work week (no night shifts)
- Ability to commit to weekend shifts on weekly basis (most rest/off days will be on weekdays)
- Operating days/hours vary based on location. Each bloodbank operates 6 days a week between 9am – 8pm. Visit https://giveblood.sg to find out more.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advertisement. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.