Description of SNA’s Advanced Practice Nurses Chapter (APNC)
History
Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) play a pivotal role in the advanced care landscape locally and globally. APN is a Registered Nurse (RN) who has acquired the expert knowledge base, complex decision-making skills and clinical competencies for extended practice (SNB, 2020). In Singapore, APN education was established since 2003, and today there are 378 registered APNs under SNB.
Healthcare system is evolving fast, bring all APNs together is important to continuing support APNs professional development.
Hence, a proposal to establish a APNC under SNA was developed in Aug 2024.
We aim to support APNs professional development and foster a community of practice. At the same time, to share the best practices and collaboratively develop new evidenced practice and practice guides to improve care and healthcare system in Singapore.
Objectives
- To provide APNs with access to continuing professional development, further advanced training opportunities, and allocate resources to enhance their clinical and leadership skills.
- To represent and advocate for the interests and needs of APNs in Singapore and to influence policymaking to support advanced nursing practice.
- To create a platform for APNs to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on best practices and research initiatives.
- To establish and maintain high standards for advanced nursing practice and to contribute to the development of practice guidelines and protocols.
- To promote and support research activities and innovative practices in advanced nursing care.
Membership
- Be a SNA member.
- Hold an APN license with the Singapore Nursing Board or RNs who are currently under Master of Nursing training to be APN.
- Maintain a commitment to professional development.
Vision
To be the leading force in advancing the role of APN in Singapore, fostering excellence in healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and co-develop and advocate for high standard evidenced-based care practice and professional development.
Mission
- To empower APNs in Singapore by providing a platform for professional growth and leadership development.
- To support the advancement of nursing practice, enhance wellbeing of the APN committees.
- To influence healthcare policies to ensure the recognition of APNs as vital contributors to healthcare system.
Terms of Reference
- To empower APNs in Singapore by providing a platform for professional growth and leadership development.
- To support the advancement of nursing practice, enhance wellbeing of the APN committees.
- To influence healthcare policies to ensure the recognition of APNs as vital contributors to healthcare system.
Activities
1. Organise Annual General Meeting (AGM)
2. Organise educational workshop and seminars focusing on advanced practice topics and skill development.
3. Develop international collaboration to establish network for global health initiatives.
4. Support APN research by obtaining funding and recognition for research in advanced nursing practice.
5. Organise annual event featuring keynote speakers, research presentations, and networking opportunities.
Positions held by Committee Members as at January 2025
SN Appointment Name
1. Chairperson Dr Zhou Wentao (NUS)
2. Vice Chairperson Dr Juriyah Binte Yatim (SGH)
3. Secretary Dr Alice Chua Foong Sin (NCCS)
4. Assistant Secretary Ms Jasmine Lim Su Ying (NTFGH)
5. Treasurer Dr Li Fuyin (CGH)
6. Assistant Treasurer Mr Glen Sim (SKH)
7. Member Dr Karen Koh (NUH)
8. Member Ms Julia Eng Chui Lee (NCCS)
9. Member Ms Jamie Lim Chuen (TTSH)
10. Member Dr Geraldine Ng Li Yuen (WH)
11. Member Ms Doreen Chew (NUH)
12. Member Ms Wendy Yue (AH)
13. Member Ms Mok Wen Qi (KTPH)
14. Member Ms Precilla Lai (HNF)
15. Member Dr Joanne Cheng (KKH)
16. Member Dr Lissa Vazhayil Joseph (SGH)
17. Member Ms Goh Ai Sze Cheryl (IMH)
APNC Logo
- Tree has many symbolic meanings including life, strength and protection. The branches are extending upward and outward in an organic, flowing style to symbolize growth and transformation.
- Red and yellow are chosen for the colours of the leaves because they represent passion, hope and vibrancy.
- Stethoscope reflects that our nursing practice are rooted in clinical training, and book represents our thirst for knowledge.
- Finally, the trunk is wholly supported by a pair of hands to illustrate nurturing and our beliefs in healing and touching the lives of others.
