Vacant job

We are a force that binds together, holds together, and develops the county. Within Region Västernorrland, we are all part of something bigger.

About the Operations

County Hospital Somatics coordinates the county hospital care for specialized somatic care in Region Västernorrland. The somatic area consists of eleven county hospital operations. These operations are conducted at three hospitals: Sundsvall, Sollefteå, and Örnsköldsvik, as well as several clinics located in various locations across the county. The Orthopedics Area is part of County Hospital Somatics and conducts both planned and emergency operations, focusing on orthopedic injuries and diseases. This also includes the Orthopedic Technical Department at Sundsvall Hospital.

With us, you will have excellent development opportunities within Orthopedics, and we offer internal training as well as OSS – Orthopedic Self-Study Course for nurses.

We are now looking for a nurse for the Orthopedic Department in Örnsköldsvik, which includes both planned and emergency operations. The position is a permanent full-time employment with a temporary placement at the Orthopedic Department in Örnsköldsvik.

Job Responsibilities

Your work tasks will largely consist of:

• Standard nursing duties for a care ward
• Patient handling both before and after surgery
• Pain management
• Mobilization and monitoring

We work close to the patient in care teams with doctors, nurses, assistant nurses, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists. In addition to direct patient work, we are all involved in developing and improving care. Our goal is to always base our work on the patient's needs.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a licensed nurse
• Has good knowledge of Swedish in speech and writing

It is an advantage if you:

• Have experience from orthopedics or emergency care

To succeed in the role, we believe you have these personal qualities:

• Self-motivated
• Flexible
• Team player
• Quality-conscious

About Region Västernorrland

With approximately 7,000 employees and over 200 professions, we at Region Västernorrland are responsible for several of the operations that are most important for the inhabitants' ability to participate in society. Here, your knowledge and commitment make a difference in everything from healthcare to culture, environment, and sustainability. Become part of a team where everyone is needed. Together for a growing Västernorrland.

The region has worked for many years to create conditions that contribute to healthy and well-being employees. Your well-being and job satisfaction are important to us. One of our many benefits is that we offer 5,000 SEK per year in wellness benefits. Read more about Region Västernorrland, our benefits, and what it is like to work with us: Region Västernorrland - Working in Region Västernorrland (https://www.rvn.se).

Within Region Västernorrland, a number of positions are classified for security, and security checks may therefore be conducted. We have made our choice in recruitment and therefore decline contact with advertising salespeople or other sellers of recruitment services. This position requires you to have a valid license for the current profession. Your professional license will be checked against the National Board of Health and Welfare's register of licensed healthcare personnel (HOSP) before any job offer is made. Read more here: Register of Licensed Healthcare Personnel (HOSP) - National Board of Health and Welfare (https://www.socialstyrelsen.se).

Selection and interviews are conducted continuously. We warmly welcome your application!