Make a difference. Every day.

Do you want to develop your skills and work with us in the new hospital building? Then this might be the job for you!

The Geriatrics Department is an inpatient unit with 24 acute care beds. The department focuses on acute geriatric and orthopedic care as well as rehabilitation. Here, we care for elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions using a person-centered approach. The varied clinical presentations of our patients provide a broad knowledge base for you as a nurse.

Work is carried out in interprofessional teams where you, as a nurse, play a vital role alongside nursing assistants and other professions, forming the foundation of the daily care work. We offer support from nurse managers and pharmacists to facilitate daily operations. Close teamwork among all professional groups is crucial to ensuring patients receive the best possible care. Our focus is on patient participation and person-centered care, as well as close collaboration with municipal and primary care services prior to discharge to ensure continued high-quality care.

2 positions available.

Job Responsibilities

We welcome you if you, together with colleagues from other professions, want to provide the best possible care for our patients.

In your role as a nurse, you are responsible for basic and medical nursing care, as well as risk assessment and preventive measures for patients. Documentation is done in Melior and Mina planer.

Our work climate is characterized by mutual support across professional boundaries, and we place great emphasis on good planning and clear structure. Together, we ensure you acquire the knowledge needed to succeed in your role, where you are offered an individual introduction tailored to your experience, competencies, and preferences.

We offer you:

Individually adapted introduction
A wide range of internal training courses, lectures, and online educational programs
Clinical foundation year for those new to the nursing role
Engaged colleagues who welcome questions and are happy to share both knowledge and experience
Support from nurse managers who work closely with patients and other staff, providing support in complex care situations
Wellness allowance of up to 3,000 SEK per calendar year

The position involves day and evening shifts, as well as some weekend work, with two out of five weekends off to ensure adequate rest and recovery.

Qualifications

You must be a licensed nurse eligible to work in Swedish healthcare. Proficiency in Swedish equivalent to at least level C1 on the Council of Europe's scale is required. We prefer candidates with experience in elderly care and/or acute hospital care. Additionally, a specialist education in elderly care is considered an advantage.

To thrive in this role, we look for someone who enjoys meeting older adults during the various stages of life and who adopts a holistic approach to meeting patient needs. You value your professional role highly and have an interest in both individual and collective development. Furthermore, you contribute to our high standard of care and the development of operations. Personal suitability is of great importance.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We warmly welcome your application today and look forward to getting to know you!

Employment type: Permanent position.

Region Skåne is responsible for healthcare, public transport, and sustainable development throughout Skåne. Our highest decision-making body is the Regional Assembly, directly elected by the inhabitants of Skåne. Region Skåne is a values-driven organization that works with the values of welcoming, driving, caring, and respect in everything we do.

Skåne University Hospital (SUS) is located in Lund and Malmö and is the country's third-largest hospital. SUS is a knowledge hub for healthcare at all stages of life at regional, national, and international levels. Our 12,000 employees drive development within the university hospital's three main areas: care, research, and education. With us, you will work in a values-driven organization that develops healthcare together with patients and their relatives. Welcome!

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