“I graduated from NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies in 2013.

As a student nurse attached to NUH, I was attracted to its vibrant and nurturing work environment and its strong emphasis on the use and development of evidence-based nursing practice. NUH naturally became my first choice upon graduation. 

Since the start of my nursing journey, I have been with the surgical team. I was given the opportunity to be rotated to both the outpatient surgical clinics and inpatient wards, including the transplant unit.

NUH nurses take pride in our professional practice model – our N.I.C.E (Nurturing leadership, Innovation, Collaboration and Exemplary practice) culture. We always look for ways to improve our care for patients, and do it as a team. We collaborate with clinicians and allied health professionals, and are also strongly guided and supported by our mentors from the evidence-based nursing unit. 

Nursing is definitely a challenging but fulfilling career.”

Julian Pinto (Assistant Nurse Clinician – Cardiology)

“I have always been intrigued by Science and pursued my studies in biomedical sciences in polytechnic. 

As I wanted something ‘with action’, I decided to study nursing at NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies. I joined NUH upon graduation in 2013. 

Given my interest in Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, I was happy to be first posted to a cardiology general ward. It allowed me to gain a broad exposure and have a good foundation before I was rotated to the Coronary Care Unit & Cardiac Monitoring Unit. 

NUH provides opportunities such as rotations and in-house courses to further develop the nurses. I attended the Critical Care Nursing Course and received my specialisation in critical care. 

With the constant advancement in nursing, my personal goal is to continuously improve my competency and knowledge in order to advocate for patient safety and quality of care. I also hope to create a more supportive work environment for my colleagues as we navigate our nursing journey together.” 

"I took a mid-career switch and never looked back.

My first encounter with nurses and doctors was during my humanitarian relief efforts with Singapore Red Cross and Mercy Relief. I was in awe of the work done by the volunteer nurses and doctors but I did not explore a role in healthcare.

I ventured into the events (Arts and Entertainment) industry instead. One day, I chanced upon an advertisement for a mid-career conversion to be a nurse. It felt like a calling. I took the leap of faith and signed up for the career conversion programme at Nanyang Polytehcnic.

Since then, it has been a humbling journey for me to work alongside a dynamic team of healthcare professionals. 

NUH supports the development of its staff and has been my pillar of support throughout my nursing career. The hospital sponsored me for my Advanced Diploma in Emergency Nursing at Nanyang Polytechnic, and for my Bachelor of Science in Nursing Practice (Honours) awarded by Unversity of Manchester (in collaboration with Singapore Institute of Technology).

As an emergency nurse of 16 years (and counting), I have been given boundless opportunities to grow. 

I had the chance to plan, coordinate and conduct in-house courses to ensure nurses are properly inducted and kept up to date. I also guide nursing students during their clinical attachment programme, to ensure their learning objectives are met.”