Home Nursing in Singapore — Complete Guide (2026)

In This Guide

1. What to Look For When Hiring
2. Typical Price Ranges
3. HDB vs Condo vs Landed
4. Red Flags to Watch Out For
5. All 176 Verified Providers
6. Home Nursing by Location
7. FAQ

Home nursing in Singapore covers post-hospitalisation care, wound management, catheter and tube care, medication administration, and palliative care — all delivered in the patient's home rather than a ward. The sector is regulated by MOH and coordinated via AIC (Agency for Integrated Care), which also administers subsidies through the ILTC (Intermediate and Long-Term Care) framework. Rates run S$80-160/hour for registered nurse visits, S$2,500-6,500/month for 24-hour stay-in nursing, and significantly lower after subsidy for eligible patients. This guide covers regulatory checks, how AIC coordination works, and what subsidies apply.

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Verify MOH Licence for Home Care Services under the Healthcare Services Act (HCSA). This is mandatory for providers offering clinical nursing services in homes. The provider's licence number should be visible on their website or quote.

Check individual nurse SNB (Singapore Nursing Board) registration. Registered Nurses (RN) hold degree-level qualifications; Enrolled Nurses (EN) hold diploma-level. For complex clinical tasks (PICC line care, chemotherapy administration, trache care), RN qualifications are needed. Nursing aides without SNB registration should only handle basic personal care, not clinical procedures.

Ask about AIC referral status. AIC coordinates home care for eligible patients and can direct you toward subsidy-supported providers. Private pay arrangements skip this step, but you're paying full unsubsidised rates. If the patient has chronic conditions or post-acute care needs, go through AIC first — the subsidy can reduce net cost by 30-80%.

Review the care plan documentation. Every nursing engagement should have a written care plan covering medications, wound care protocols, escalation contacts (who to call in emergency), and family education. Providers who 'don't bother with paperwork' are cutting the quality control that prevents medication errors.

Contact providers directly for pricing.

Prices are estimates as of 2026 and may vary based on scope, urgency, and property type. Get exact quotes for free.

HDB flats: the dominant setting for home nursing. Equipment access (walker-width doorways, bathroom grab bars, hospital-bed space) is standard in most flats but older 3-room units may need ramp or rail installations. AIC subsidies apply to eligible patients regardless of property type, so net monthly cost for a 4-hour daily visit can run S$400-1,200 after subsidy.

Condominiums: most condo units accommodate home nursing equipment without issue. Access coordination (guardhouse passes for nurses, service lift for equipment delivery) is standard. Some MCSTs require nurses to register as regular visitors.

Landed properties: space is rarely an issue, but multi-storey homes may need a chair lift or the patient's bedroom moved to ground level for ongoing care. Private-pay landed home nursing arrangements often involve 24-hour care with multiple nurses rotating shifts — S$4,500-9,000/month unsubsidised for 24-hour live-in coverage.

No MOH HCSA licence: Non-negotiable for clinical services. Unlicensed providers operating home nursing are illegal and uninsured.

Unregistered 'nurses': Ask to see SNB registration cards. Unregistered workers performing clinical tasks (wound dressing, injections) are a patient safety risk and expose the family to liability.

No care plan or escalation protocol: Home nursing without documented protocols means no continuity between shifts and no clear response when the patient deteriorates. Ask specifically 'what happens if mum has a fever at 2am?'

Pressuring private pay when AIC-eligible: Some private providers push unsubsidised rates without telling eligible families about AIC coordination. Always check AIC eligibility first — it's free and can reduce costs dramatically.

No medication management training: Medication errors are the most common home nursing incident. Nurses should be trained in dose verification, interaction awareness, and documentation. Providers who skip this training produce avoidable harm.

How many Home Nursing providers are on KakiList?

We currently list 176 verified Home Nursing providers serving Singapore. New providers are added regularly after verification.

Is KakiList free to use?

Yes, KakiList is completely free for homeowners. There are no platform fees, no middleman charges, and no hidden costs. You contact providers directly via WhatsApp or phone.

How are Home Nursing providers verified?

Providers with a verified badge have submitted their ACRA business registration number. All providers also display their real Google reviews and ratings for transparency.

How do I get Home Nursing quotes?

Use our free quote tool to describe your job. We'll match you with up to 5 verified providers who will contact you directly on WhatsApp with their quotes. No obligation.

What is the average rating of Home Nursing providers on KakiList?

The average Google rating across our Home Nursing providers is 4.5★ out of 5.0. We prioritize quality — providers with consistently poor reviews are removed.