Interested in working as a nurse in beautiful Northern Norway?

1 week ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Dignus Medical Full time

***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITON IS NOT IN FINLAND, BUT IN NORWAY***

On behalf of Vadsø Municipality in Northern Norway, we are currently recruiting three dedicated and skilled nurses for 100% permanent positions in nursing homes and home care.

The department includes a nursing home, care and residential facilities, as well as the Vidjeveien housing community. All units provide 24-hour care. The newly built nursing home has 17 beds, the care facilities have 34 apartments, and the Vidjeveien housing community has 10 apartments. The department is actively focusing on welfare technology and has been certified as a "Livsgledehjem" (Joy of Life Home), aiming to enhance the quality of life and empowerment for residents.

Position overview:

  • 100% permanent position
  • Rotational shift schedule
  • Long shifts are preferred. This will provide you with greater flexibility and longer periods off in the work schedule

Job responsibilities:

  • Clinical nursing care and follow-up
  • General caregiving tasks
  • Coordination of service offerings
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Team leadership

Qualifications:

  • Has authorization as a registered nurse in an EU country
  • You must know Norwegian or Swedish. If you are not familiar with either language, you will be offered a Norwegian language course. You must be fluent in English, both written and spoken, as the course is taught from English to Norwegian.
  • Experience in elderly and dementia care is highly valued
  • Team leadership experience is a plus
  • Further education in geriatrics or dementia/elderly psychiatry is an advantage
  • Police clearance and health certificate for tuberculosis and MRSA required upon employment

Personal characteristics:

  • Strong professional focus and passion for elderly care
  • Positive attitude and proactive work ethic
  • Reflective and eager to learn
  • Independent, yet a strong team player
  • Sees opportunities, not limitations

Vadsø offers:

  • A stimulating professional environment with focus on nursing and welfare technology
  • Finnmark's first "Livsgledehjem"
  • ABC Dementia introductory course for all employees
  • Opportunities for further education in relevant areas
  • Coverage of relocation expenses in accordance with regulations
  • Attractive pension and insurance schemes through KLP
  • Benefits including free kindergarten and student loan reductions of up to NOK 30,000 per year
  • Competitive salary and additional compensation for weekend and night shifts

Benefits with Dignus Medical:

  • Free online language courses with a private tutor to learn Norwegian
  • Assistance in obtaining Norwegian nursing authorization
  • Relocation support for you and your family
  • Close follow-up from professional recruiters throughout the entire process

About Vadsø Municipality:

Vadsø is the county capital of Finnmark, with 6,100 inhabitants. The town is known for its stunning nature, rich birdlife and unique Arctic landscape. The municipality has an active cultural scene with concerts, festivals, cafés and exhibitions. Vadsø nursing home is a modern "Livsgledehjem" where activities and resident well-being are prioritized.

The municipality is committed to professional development and offers employees further education in relevant fields. Vadsø also has a project team focusing on flexible shift schedules and has excellent agreements for summer substitutes. Learn more about what Vadsø has to offer

Are you ready to join an exciting professional community in beautiful Vadsø? Contact us today to learn more about your opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 44 477,00€ ,00€ per year



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