Nursing | National Cancer Centre Singapore

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The department’s philosophical and ethical concepts emphasize equality and continuity of care, recognizing the dignity and worth of individuals within the context of cultural, economic and social differences among patients.

NCCS' Department of Nursing seeks to provide care that meets the physical, social, and emotional needs of the patient, without discrimination and to support the patient’s family (caregivers) during the cancer trajectory.

Nursing Services

Dedicated and highly skilled oncology nurses are integral members of the healthcare team, with a strong commitment to deliver quality patient care. Oncology nurses work with the patient, loved ones, and a multidisciplinary cancer care team to formulate desired outcomes of care, treatment plans, and evaluate the quality of nursing care and other decisions related to patient care.

Our team of nurses provide their services in the following areas:

Specialist Oncology Clinics (SOCs)
Ambulatory Treatment Unit (ATU)
Operating Theatre (OT)
Endoscopy Services (ES)
Radiation Oncology Services
Imaging and Diagnostic Services
Nurse Speciality Care Services
Palliative and Supportive Care

Research and Education

Research

The clinical nurses develop their professional clinical care with best practices from research. They play a critical role in promoting evidence-based practice focusing on delivering a high quality, patient-focused and cost-effective healthcare to optimise the health outcomes of patients. NCCS’ Nursing Research Committee carefully review reviews research studies and also conducts translational research from theory to clinical practice that aims to enhance patients’ comfort, functional, psychosocial well-being and adopt best practices in the care delivery.

Education & Training

Education and training is paramount to influence the advanced development of nursing practice. NCCS' Department of Nursing is committed to imparting knowledge, maintaining professional competence, providing support and resources to nurses that will enable them to develop to their greatest potential.
Nurses are also actively involved in organising health talks and exhibitions for the public to increase awareness on cancer prevention, screening, early detection and other cancer-related education.