Nursing

At NUH, nurses are your dedicated healthcare partners, committed to supporting individuals, families and the community in achieving optimal health outcomes across their life journeys. 

Among the healthcare institutions in Asia, NUH Nursing stands out for its excellence in delivering holistic person-centric care and ensuring seamless care transitions through the promotion and cultivation of a N.I.C.E. culture. 

Professional Practice Model 

Our Professional Practice Model encapsulates the essence of nursing practice, infusing significance into our daily roles. The model unites nursing practice throughout the organisation by embracing shared beliefs, serving as a framework for exemplary professional practice that steers the delivery of care towards achieving outstanding outcomes. 

This model provides a visual representation and unified framework that guides nurses in how they: 

Our nurses are Proud of Our Care every day. We are committed to delivering the best care through the principles of N.I.C.E. 

N.I.C.E. stands for  Nurturing Leaders, Innovative & Knowledge, Collaborative Partners and Exemplary Professionals. The heart in the centre represents the heart of our nurses. United as one, NUH nurses are committed to wholeheartedly caring for our patients, mirroring the care we would provide to our own loved ones. Surrounding it, the acronym N.I.C.E. encapsulates our shared beliefs, communicating the professional standards that guide us to take pride in the care we deliver. 

Nursing Specialties 

As nursing roles expand beyond the traditional hospital settings, nurses now have a broader array of options and increased flexibility. A diverse range of patient care units and medical specialties provide an enriching career environment for nurses seeking growth in bedside nursing. Here are some of the nursing specialties: 

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Evidence-Based Nursing Unit (EBNU) 

The EBNU is dedicated to empowering and assisting our nurses in applying evidence to practice, facilitating the conduct of systematic reviews and primary research. This unit aids nurses in crafting research proposals, securing grants, and handling Institutional Review Board applications. Additionally, we offer research and evidence-based practice training aimed at influencing practice, governance and policy matters. 

In 2009, NUH, the Evidence-based Nursing Centre and JBI (Adelaide) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Singapore. Following this, the NUH Nursing department initiated the journey towards evidence-based practice (EBP), collaborating with over 75 entities across 40 countries to enhance healthcare quality and outcomes. In 2014, affirming our commitment, we established our standing as an EBP Centre of Excellence by hosting the 9th Biennial JBI Colloquium for the first time in Singapore. 

THE Nursing Innovation, Clinical Inquiry, Enabling Research (NiCER) AWARD  

Embedded within our vision and mission as an Academic Tertiary Hospital in the National University Health System is the integral role of conducting and translating research, forming a fundamental pillar for delivering high-quality patient care. The launch of the NiCER awards in 2021 marks a significant step in this direction. Our enduring vision is to cultivate and enhance the capability of our nurses in leading nursing research initiatives and driving evidence-based care at NUH. 

For more information on the award and recipients, please click here.  

Advanced Practice Nurse 

NUH boasts a team of Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) with a broad knowledge base, advanced decision-making abilities and clinical competencies that enable extended practice. Trained in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses, they operate both independently and in collaboration with doctors and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care to patients. 

Advanced Practice Nurse Council 

The NUH Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Council shapes the evolution of APNs and fosters an academic practice environment within the National University Health System. Our focus spans clinical excellence, leadership, education, consultation and research, which we pursue through the following avenues: 

1. Designing and developing the role of APNs across diverse clinical settings to enhance healthcare service delivery. 

2. Encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration among APNs, both within and beyond NUH. 

3. Promoting and leading the development of research, evidence-based practice and outcomes evaluation related to APN practice. 

4. Nurturing the next generation of nurses in advanced practice nursing to meet the ever-changing healthcare needs. 

5. Representing NUH on matters relating to APN practice across various national and international healthcare platforms. 

Mrs Lee Kong Chian Critical Care Nursing Simulation Laboratory 

Mrs Lee Kong Chian Critical Care Nursing Simulation Laboratory was launched at NUH on 26th May 2009. Covering an area of 100 square feet, the laboratory features a High Dependency (HD) room and an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) room, meticulously replicated to mirror actual setups. This allows nurses to hone their skills in a simulated environment, enabling them to refine their capabilities before attending to patients. 

By staying updated with the latest developments in nursing practices and technologies, our nurses are well-prepared to deliver safe and high-quality nursing care to our patients. 

At NUH, we take pride in our team of highly qualified, dedicated and experienced Nurse Educators. They are committed to addressing the ongoing nursing education and professional development requirements of our nurses. 

Role Enhancement Courses 

The NUH Nursing Education Unit offers a range of courses and programmes designed to equip our nurses with the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to provide safe and effective care. 

Return-to-Nursing (RTN) course 

The RTN Programme is specifically tailored to prepare nurses who have been out of nursing practice for five years or more with the essential knowledge, skills and attitude required to competently and safely resume their practice. 

Interested individuals or employers who wish to register their employees can reach out to MOH Holdings at [email protected].