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Högland Hospital

Are you a nurse curious about new challenges? Now you have the chance to work in various departments and discover what truly drives you!

"After a couple of years as an ELSA nurse, you feel much more secure in your role, gain an understanding of different operations, and build many excellent contacts within the hospital."
- ELSA Nurse, Högland Hospital Eksjö

The Role of an ELSA Nurse

ELSA stands for the Unit for Licensed Nurses in General Service. As an ELSA nurse, you are employed on a permanent basis, but you work in different departments to broaden your competence. Typically, you work for six or twelve months at each department before rotating. Rotations take place on March 1st and September 1st. As an ELSA nurse, you are part of the department's regular staffing during your time there; you do not work in addition to the regular staff.

The work as an ELSA nurse is varied and suits those who are curious and enjoy trying new things! This role is ideal for newly graduated nurses who have not yet decided on a specific field, as well as experienced nurses who wish to expand their skills or try something new for a period.

Your Future Workplace

Högland Hospital is one of three hospitals in the Region of Jönköping County. Approximately 110,000 people live in the catchment area. Here, planned and acute specialist care is provided 24/7, 365 days a year. We view employee competence as a key to our success and the health of our residents.

We treat patients, relatives, and each other with respect. We create conditions for the exchange of experience and knowledge transfer between nurses and between workplaces.

In a first step, you will complete four basic placements in the following operations:

• Medicine and Geriatrics Clinic
• Orthopedic Clinic
• Psychiatric Clinic
• Surgical Clinic

Subsequently, you will move on to more advanced assignments in the following operations:

• Ambulance Care in Högland
• Acute Clinic
• Day Care Unit (DUVA)
• Dialysis Unit
• Endoscopy Unit
• Women's Clinic
• Bra Liv Health Centers

Read more about the ELSA unit on rjl.se (https://rjl.se/jobb-och-karriar/arbetsplatser-i-region-jonkopings-lan/sjukhus-som-arbetsplats/arbetsplatser-pa-hoglandssjukhuset-eksjo/elsa/)

Your Profile

We are looking for a newly graduated, licensed nurse. You do not need to have your license to apply for the position, but you must obtain it before starting your employment with us.

As a person, you understand the importance of good treatment and take responsibility for your tasks. As an ELSA nurse, you are someone who adapts easily to changing circumstances and enjoys varied tasks. You have good teamwork skills, are proactive, and take responsibility for both your own tasks and the big picture. You are skilled at working independently and can prioritize your tasks effectively.

We place great importance on personal suitability.

Our Offer to You

As an ELSA nurse, you have the opportunity to gather experience from different departments and carry forward good working practices to new placements. You will gain insight into many different operations and grow and develop in your role as a nurse. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build a valuable network across the entire hospital.

The position is a permanent full-time employment. Start date is by agreement; we would appreciate it if you could start with us as soon as possible.

As an employee within Region Jönköping County, you have access to our employment benefits. Some increase your basic security, while others add a touch of gold to your daily life. Read more about benefits on rjl.se (https://www.rjl.se/jobb-och-karriar/Jobba-hos-oss/Formaner/)

Do you have questions about the position?

If you would like to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact Unit Manager Evelina Linnér at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or 010-241 02 73.

We welcome calls from those interested in the job, but we decline calls from those selling advertisements and recruitment services.

Our Recruitment Process

The application deadline is May 3, 2026. Selection and interviews may take place on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

To ensure the recruitment process runs as smoothly as possible, we ask that you submit a detailed application including a cover letter, CV, and preferably certificates or license/exam diploma. Be sure to include any internship or work experience in your application. If you have not yet graduated, it is important to attach a LADOK transcript.

Read more about Region Jönköping County's recruitment process (https://rjl.se/jobb-och-karriar/Lediga-jobb/Var-rekryteringsprocess/)