CODE FOR NURSES AND MIDWIVES - MOH
tion requires. They contribute to a collaborativeand supportive environment that prioritises the best interests of People.Practice StatementsTo achieve this, nurses/midwives must:promote respectful interactions and mutual peer supportmaintain clear, concise and timely communication with co-workersrespect the skills and expertise of co-workers, and when appropriate, refermatters to them for adviceadvocate ethical healthcare delivery and safe practices as a teamshare knowledge and experience to resolve ethical issues1313
REFERENCESInternational Council of Nurses (ICN) (2012). The ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses.Geneva: ICN.National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) (2014). A Nurse’s Guide toProfessional Boundaries. USA: NCSBN.Nurses and Midwives Act, Cap 209 (2012 Revised edition). Singapore.Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) (1999.) Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.Singapore: SNB.Singapore Nursing Board (2001). Code of Practice for Midwives. Singapore: SNB.Singapore Nursing Board (2011). Standards of Practice for Nurses and Midwives.Singapore: SNB.1414
GLOSSARY OF TERMSAccountabilityBeing answerable and responsible for the outcome of one’sprofessional actions (includes any judgment, decision or actiontaken or omitted in nursing practice). Nurses/midwives areaccountable to people, their employer and the Singapore NursingBoard.AdvocacySpeaking up in favour or support of people’s rights, values,interests and wishes.AutonomyThe right of adults to determine their actions and destiniesbased on their values, interests and wishes.Client(s)An individual or group who seeks or receives professional care,health services or advice from a nurse/midwife.CompetenceThe ability of a nurse to demonstrate the knowledge, skills,judgment and attitude required to perform activities within thedefined scope of practice at an acceptable level of proficiency.ConfidentialityThe obligation not to disclose certain types of informationwithout appropriate consent or justifications.ConsentPermission given by people for a procedure or action to becarried out upon them by their attending nurse/midwife.DignityTreating people with respect and consideration for their rights.Evidence-based The process of reviewing current research findings (evidence)nursingpublished in scientific journals or other data sources. Evaluatingthe relevance of this evidence to current nursing practice.Modifying existing practice where indicated and evaluating theimpact of the modified practice.HealthcareteamCo-workers in nursing, healthcare and other related fields; mayextend to volunteers and others who play a role in providinghealth services.IntegrityAn internal quality (a cluster of attributes) within oneself.Manifested externally as honesty and moral consistency:consistency with one’s values, convictions, beliefs, knowledge,commitments and obligations.1515
GLOSSARY OF TERMSMidwifeA person who has completed a course in midwifery and islicensed by the Singapore Nursing Board to practise as aRegistered Midwife.NurseA person who has completed a pre-registration or pre-enrolmentnursing course and is licensed by the Singapore Nursing Board(SNB) to practise as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.PeopleIndividuals (clients, patients), family members, significant othersand the community who receive care and health-related servicesfrom nurses and midwives.ProfessionalMisconductDefined as any act or omission that: constitutes a deviation from the Code abuses the professional relationship with the client brings the nursing profession into disreputeResponsibilityObligation to properly carry out duties which are expected of anurse/midwife and for which they can be held accountable.RelevantauthorityA person or entity having legal, regulatory or administrative powerand control pursuant to legislation or regulation, includingregulatory guidelines or policies.AcknowledgementThe Singapore Nursing Board gratefully acknowledges the
The ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses. Geneva: ICN. National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) (2014). A Nurse’s Guide to Professional Boundaries. USA: NCSBN. Nurses and Midwives Act, Cap 209 (2012 Revised edition). Singapore. Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) (1999.)
6 The role of a clinical supervisor for midwives 10 7 Preparation for the role of a clinical supervisor for midwives 12 8 Governance 12 8.1 Selection criteria 13 8.2 Workforce Numbers 13 8.3 Clinical Supervision For Midwives 14 8.4 Management and Support 15 8.5 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for Clinical Supervisors for Midwives 15
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