Work as an ELSA Nurse at 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, one feels much more secure in the role, gains an understanding of different operations, and builds 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 in each department before rotating. Rotations occur 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 as extra personnel beyond the regular staff.

The work is varied and suits you if you are curious and enjoy trying new things! This role is perfect for newly graduated nurses who have not yet decided on a specific field, as well as for 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 Region 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 experience exchange and knowledge transfer between nurses and 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 Höglandet
• Acute Clinic
• Day Care Ward (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 you 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 collaboration skills, are proactive, and take responsibility for both your own tasks and the big picture. You are good at working independently and easily prioritize your tasks effectively.

We place great importance on personal suitability.

Our Offer to You

As an ELSA nurse, you get the opportunity to gather experience from different departments and carry forward good working methods to new placements. You gain insight into many different operations and grow and develop in your role as a nurse. Additionally, you 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 get access to our employment benefits. Some increase your basic security, while others add a touch of gold to your daily life.

Read more about our benefits on rjl.se (https://www.rjl.se/jobb-och-karriar/Jobba-hos-oss/Formaner/)

Do you have questions about the position?

If you want to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact the 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 you to submit a detailed application including a cover letter, CV, and preferably certificates or license/degree. Be sure to mention any internships and work experience in your application. If you have not yet graduated, it is important to attach a LADOK transcript.

Read more about our recruitment process on rjl.se (https://rjl.se/jobb-och-karriar/Lediga-jobb/Var-rekryteringsprocess/)