Specialist Nurse in Hematology

Do you agree with us that Hematology is the most exciting field, or are you not sure yet but want to find out? Then you should apply to us at the Hematology Clinic in Solna!

What we offer

• A varied job where no day is the same and where you can truly make a difference.
• The chance to broaden your skills in highly specialized advanced cancer treatments
• The opportunity to become part of a wonderful team with unique expertise where our shared work environment is very important

Of course, you will also benefit from the general perks that Karolinska University Hospital offers you.

About the position

The complexity of hematology care creates endless opportunities for continuous education, and since the diseases affect the entire body, all of internal medicine is represented in one place, making even the most experienced nurse continuously develop.

As a specialist nurse, you provide support and guidance to patients and their families throughout the care process. You follow current research and development. You drive the implementation of current knowledge. You initiate and lead competency development and care development activities. You mentor and teach colleagues and students. You initiate and participate in care research in the field.

The patients treated with us are at different stages of their illness, from newly diagnosed patients with aggressive hematological cancer, requiring rapid treatment initiation, to those with a slower-growing disease. The tasks consist of advanced cancer treatments, where we are also at the forefront of introducing new regimens as well as caring for the entire sick person, which includes everything from life-saving treatments to good palliative care.

Over the past ten years, we have encountered many medical successes, where nurses in particular have played a crucial role and contributed to high survival rates.

We are located in both Solna and Huddinge. The different sites are responsible for different patient flows. In Solna, the highly specialized care of lymphoma patients and acute lymphoblastic leukemias is conducted. In Huddinge, highly specialized care of myeloma and acute myeloid leukemias is provided.

We are looking for someone who

• Is a team player with an interest in hematology and cancer care
• Has an empathetic approach towards colleagues and patients and good collaboration skills.
• Is driven and engaged and wants to be part of the continuous development of the unit.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability and consider group dynamics in the selection process.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Licensed nurse with specialist training in Oncology
• Previous clinical experience in hematology or oncology

Desirable:

As the work is advanced, we value a few years of work experience.

About the recruitment process

Selection and interviews may take place continuously during the application period.

In connection with your application, you need to attach your CV. Instead of a personal letter, we ask you to answer selection questions and briefly motivate why you are suitable for the role. Answering the questions is a prerequisite for your application to be considered complete.

Warm welcome to your application - Together we are Karolinska!

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About Karolinska University Hospital

We at Karolinska University Hospital are proud to be one of the world's leading university hospitals. In addition to our special responsibility for highly specialized care in the Stockholm region, our main mission is to educate the healthcare professionals of the future together with Karolinska Institute and conduct world-leading research while continuing our work to develop care for the benefit of patients. We work in a variety of areas and professions.

Our vision - We will cure and relieve tomorrow what no one can cure and relieve today.

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Cancer Theme

The Cancer Theme is one of the largest areas within the hospital. We investigate, treat, and care for patients with some form of malignant tumor disease as well as benign hematology and coagulation disorders.

Read more about the Cancer Theme here (https://www.karolinska.se/om-oss/teman-och-funktioner/tema-cancer/).

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