SINGAPORE – The career model to help nurses reach the peak of clinical excellence will be reviewed, alongside efforts to improve their professional well-being, supervisory capabilities and professional development.
The Standing Committee for Nursing (SCN) under the Ministry of Health (MOH) will work with public healthcare clusters and the community care sector on these key priorities, said Minister of State for Health and Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam.
“Under the SCN, we will also be looking at strengthening nursing capabilities, particularly in both the acute hospitals and community care sector, to empower clinical decision-making and autonomy for nurses,” said Ms Rahayu, who is also chairwoman of the committee.
Existing supervisory frameworks for nurse leaders will be enhanced to better support their needs “so that they can in turn better support the needs of other nurses on the ground”, she added.
SCN, now in its second term, was formed in 2023 to develop strategies to build a competent, resilient and future-ready nursing workforce to meet Singapore’s healthcare needs.
The nursing career model offers clearly defined, multi-track pathways for professional advancement.
After completing their initial qualifications, nurses can pursue specialisations and progress through four main career tracks: clinical, management, education and research.
This model, supported by institutions such as MOH and Workforce Singapore, facilitates continuous professional development and career mobility.
