Vacant job

Region Örebro County is developing primary care approaches for patients with extensive and complex care needs. The growing proportion of elderly residents, especially those over 80 years old, creates a need for enhanced continuity, comprehensive assessments, and coordinated interventions.

Varberga Health Centre is now looking for a nurse or district nurse with a special interest in geriatrics and care coordination. We offer:

• A meaningful and developmental role focused on patients with significant care needs
• Opportunities for continuity and long-term patient relationships
• Competence development and further education
• Options for some remote work
• A work environment characterized by collaboration and continuous development
• Opportunities for observation and shadowing in relevant departments

Job Responsibilities

The position involves a combined role consisting of clinical patient work and responsibility as a care coordinator. The clinical work includes:

• Emergency and planned clinic operations
• Telephone advice and medical assessment
• Digital patient contacts
• Home visits

The work is carried out in close collaboration with other professions at the health centre.

As a care coordinator, you are responsible for:

• Planning, coordinating, and following up on care interventions based on patient needs
• Ensuring continuity and patient safety in the care chain
• Leading coordinated individual planning (SIP)
• Collaborating with internal and external actors according to the current collaboration model (ViSam)
• Contributing to the development of working methods for frail patients

The work is characterized by a structured, independent, and collaborative approach.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Licensed nurse or district nurse
• Good ability to conduct medical assessments
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, including via telephone
• Experience working in primary care or with elderly patients

Merits:

• Further education in geriatrics and/or cognitive impairment
• Experience in care coordination or coordinated care interventions

You are confident in your professional role and have the ability to work both independently and in a team. You have a structured working style and good collaboration skills. Furthermore, you are attentive to the needs of patients and relatives and have a professional manner of dealing with people.

Application

We read applications continuously and call for interviews on an ongoing basis.

The application must include a CV and a cover letter. Certificates, grades, diplomas, etc., should be provided at a potential interview.

If you are or have previously been employed by Region Örebro County, we will take internal references from your current or former manager, should you become a candidate for employment.

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About the Organization

Region Örebro County is one of the largest employers in the county and an important growth engine in the region. We work for people's health, security, and well-being, and for the development of the county. Here you will find exciting and important jobs within healthcare, dental care, public transport, culture, and business development. Together we create a better life.

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