[BCM] [JH] [E3] [BIA] [DP] [CBF] [1] Nursing & Medical Care

Sub-CBF Code

Sub-CBF

Description of Process / Activity

Examples (in MINDS context)

1.1

Resident Health Assessment & Monitoring

Conducting routine and ad-hoc health assessments to monitor residents’ physical and mental conditions, including vital signs, mobility, nutrition, and behavioural changes.

Daily vital signs monitoring by nurses; regular assessment of residents with chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.

1.2

Medication Management & Administration

Managing the prescription, storage, dispensing, and administration of medications in accordance with doctors’ orders and regulatory requirements.

Scheduled medication rounds; maintaining medication records; ensuring temperature-controlled storage for sensitive medicines.

1.3

Clinical Care & Nursing Interventions

Providing direct nursing care, including wound care, catheter care, tube feeding, and infection control procedures.

Dressing of pressure sores; assisting residents with feeding tubes; applying infection prevention measures during flu season.

1.4

Medical Consultation & Referral Coordination

Coordinating medical consultations, specialist visits, and referrals to external healthcare providers or hospitals when required.

Arranging doctor visits to the home; escorting residents to outpatient appointments or emergency hospital admissions.

1.5

Emergency Medical Response

Responding to medical emergencies promptly to stabilise residents and escalate care as needed.

Immediate response to falls, cardiac distress, or choking incidents; activating emergency ambulance services.

1.6

Infection Prevention & Control

Implementing policies and procedures to prevent, detect, and manage infectious diseases within the home.

Isolation of symptomatic residents; enhanced cleaning protocols; use of PPE during outbreaks such as COVID-19 or influenza.

1.7

Medical Records & Documentation Management

Maintaining accurate, confidential, and up-to-date medical and nursing records for each resident.

Updating nursing notes; documenting medication administration; maintaining care plans and incident reports.

1.8

Nursing Staff Rostering & Competency Management

Ensuring adequate staffing levels and that nursing staff are trained and competent to deliver required care.

Shift planning to ensure 24/7 coverage; refresher training on emergency response and infection control.

1.9

Medical Supplies & Equipment Management

Managing the availability, storage, and maintenance of medical supplies and nursing equipment.

Stock management of gloves, syringes, wound dressings; ensuring availability of wheelchairs and medical beds.

1.10

End-of-Life & Palliative Care Support

Providing compassionate nursing care and comfort measures for residents with life-limiting conditions, in coordination with families and healthcare providers.

Pain management; comfort care; liaising with family members and external palliative care teams.